Month guide · Orlando · United States
Orlando in July
What July is really like in Orlando: 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 33°C (91°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 17 rainy days and roughly 13.8 hours of daylight. Peak heat, humidity and crowds; plan park mornings, a midday break at the pool and an evening return.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 17
- Daylight
- About 13.8 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in July
July is the 2nd-warmest month in Orlando: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 29°C (84°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 17 of its 31 days. Compared with June (33°C (91°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:38
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:25
- Daylight
- About 13.8 hours
Spring (March–May). Warm, mostly dry weather and the EPCOT flower festival, with spring-break and Easter crowds before May quietens down.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 5 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in March). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Fourth of July fireworks at the theme parks and Lake Eola (4 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Zoo · South Orlando
Gatorland
Time your visit for the Gator Jumparoo feeding show, and walk the marsh boardwalk in spring to see nesting birds.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- History
Nature · Apopka
Wekiwa Springs State Park
About 30 km north of Downtown, Wekiwa Springs State Park has a spring-fed swimming area where the water stays around 22°C all year, plus canoe and kayak routes along the Wekiwa River and woodland hiking trails.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Kids
- Active
Garden · Orlando
Harry P. Leu Gardens
Visit in the morning, then have lunch in nearby Mills 50.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Off the beaten path
Viewpoint · International Drive
ICON Park and The Wheel
ICON Park on International Drive is anchored by The Wheel, a 122-metre observation wheel with air-conditioned capsules, surrounded by restaurants, bars and indoor attractions.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- After dark
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 23°C and 17 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Orlando?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, January–February and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Orlando in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Orlando?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Peak heat, humidity and crowds; plan park mornings, a midday break at the pool and an evening return.
+How warm is Orlando in July?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Orlando in July?
Expect rain on about 17 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.