Salvador in July

In July, Salvador averages 25°C (78°F) during the day and 22°C (72°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 29 days of the month see precipitation (117 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

July offers comfortable temperatures in Salvador, with some rain to plan around.

25°C
Avg high
22°C
Avg low
29
Rain days
117 mm
Rainfall

How July compares to the rest of the year in Salvador

11th
warmest month of the 12
1st
wettest month of the 12
10%
of yearly rainfall falls in July
11 h 26 min
daylight on the 15th

July is one of the coolest months in Salvador (11th of 12) and one of the wettest months (1st of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (27°C). July runs roughly the same as June (26°C) and stays flat into August.

July sunrise & sunset in Salvador

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:56 AM
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Sunset (15th)
5:22 PM
Day length
11 h 26 min

Times shown for Salvador local time (America/Bahia), calculated for the 15th of July. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Salvador — July

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of July, in Salvador's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:56 AM – 5:36 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:36 AM – 6:36 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
4:42 PM – 5:42 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
5:42 PM – 6:22 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Salvador in July

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on July's tier (Shoulder) and Salvador's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — July in Salvador

Shoulder

Salvador is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — July in Salvador

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.1
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Salvador — July

26.2°C (79°F)
bath-warm
tropical and comfortable for hours

Across the year Salvador's sea swings from 26.1°C (August) to 29.3°C (March) — July sits at 26.2°C.

Salvador in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 29°C / 83°F 25°C / 76°F 66 mm 28
February 29°C / 84°F 25°C / 77°F 56 mm 26
March 29°C / 83°F 25°C / 77°F 103 mm 28
April 28°C / 82°F 25°C / 76°F 156 mm 27
May 27°C / 80°F 24°C / 75°F 205 mm 28
June 26°C / 78°F 23°C / 73°F 138 mm 28
July 25°C / 78°F 22°C / 72°F 117 mm 29
August 25°C / 77°F 22°C / 72°F 82 mm 27
September 26°C / 79°F 23°C / 73°F 58 mm 26
October 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 74°F 47 mm 25
November 28°C / 83°F 24°C / 75°F 109 mm 24
December 29°C / 83°F 24°C / 76°F 69 mm 23

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Salvador in July?

In July, Salvador averages a high of 25°C (78°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Salvador in July?

July is quite rainy in Salvador, with about 29 rainy days on average.

Is July a good time to visit Salvador?

July is warm but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Salvador in July?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full July packing list for Salvador for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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