Month guide · Glasgow · United Kingdom
Glasgow in July
What July is really like in Glasgow: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Thomas Nugent, CC BY-SA 2.0
Quick answer
July is one of the best months to visit Glasgow. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 17 hours of daylight. Warmest month, though still showery; Scottish school holidays start in late June and big outdoor concerts fill Glasgow Green.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 17 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Glasgow: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 13°C (55°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with June (18°C (64°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 19°C (66°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 04:53
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 21:53
- Daylight
- About 17 hours
Summer (June–August). Light until late evening and the warmest weather, though rarely hot; festivals, outdoor concerts and the busiest, highest-priced hotels.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 4 for crowds (the peak is June at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in June). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- TRNSMT music festival on Glasgow Green (usually July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Architecture · City Centre
Mackintosh at the Willow
Book a table for afternoon tea in the Salon de Luxe if you want the most elaborate Mackintosh room.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Architecture
- Food
- Couples
- Art
Waterfront · Finnieston
Clyde Walkway and the Finnieston Crane
The riverside path runs past the reminders of Glasgow's shipbuilding past, including the 50-metre Finnieston Crane, once used to load locomotives onto ships, and modern landmarks such as the SEC Armadillo, the OVO Hydro arena and the Squinty Bridge.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
- History
- After dark
Experience · City Centre
City Centre Mural Trail
Start on High Street near the cathedral and finish in the Merchant City, where several of the largest works are close together.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
Historic site · Townhead
Provand's Lordship
Built in 1471 opposite the cathedral, Provand's Lordship is the oldest house in Glasgow.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Off the beaten path
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 11°C and 12 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Glasgow?
One of the best months to visit Glasgow, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are May–June and August–September. Compare every month.
Glasgow in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Glasgow?
It is one of the best months to visit Glasgow. Warmest month, though still showery; Scottish school holidays start in late June and big outdoor concerts fill Glasgow Green.
+How warm is Glasgow in July?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Glasgow in July?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.