Month guide · Guadalajara · Mexico
Guadalajara in July
What July is really like in Guadalajara: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 16°C (61°F), about 21 rainy days and roughly 13.3 hours of daylight. The wettest month, with frequent heavy storms; streets can flood briefly during downpours.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 16°C (61°F)
- Rainy days
- About 21
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in July
July is the 6th-warmest month in Guadalajara: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 16°C (61°F). Rain falls on roughly 21 of its 31 days. Compared with June (31°C (88°F)), July is cooler; by August highs stay near 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:21
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:37
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
Hot season (March–May). Warm to hot and dry, with May the hottest month and Semana Santa crowds at Chapala.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 2 for crowds (the peak is October at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in October). That makes July one of the better-value months to book.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Guadalajara, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Street · Colonia Americana and Lafayette
Avenida Chapultepec
Explore the side streets, such as Calle Libertad and Calle Morelos, where many of the best small bars and coffee shops are.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- After dark
- Food
- Free
- Couples
Religious site · Colonia Americana and Lafayette
Templo Expiatorio
Guadalajara's neo-Gothic Expiatory Temple took most of the 20th century to complete, with tall stained-glass windows and a carved stone façade.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Architecture
- Free
- Kids
- Photo spot
Nature · Huentitán
Barranca de Huentitán
Start early in the morning, carry plenty of water and go with company; even the viewpoint at the top is worth the trip if you skip the hike.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Free
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Zoo · Huentitán
Guadalajara Zoo
One of Mexico's largest zoos stands on the lip of the Barranca de Huentitán, with big cats, primates, a herpetarium and an aviary, plus a safari area of African grassland animals.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 16°C and 21 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Guadalajara?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, October–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Guadalajara in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Guadalajara?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The wettest month, with frequent heavy storms; streets can flood briefly during downpours.
+How warm is Guadalajara in July?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 16°C (61°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in July?
Expect rain on about 21 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.