When to go · July
Where to travel in July
Where the weather is at its best this month — and where to skip
July — high summer: northern Europe, Canada, Iceland. The Med is very hot — go to islands or altitude. At Around the World we pick these by the month's weather, not by what's trending.
Recommended this month
The best places in July
- IcelandAs stable as Iceland's weather gets, the whole highland open.Iceland in July ›
- NorwayPeak summer; fjord hikes and boat trips at their best.Norway in July ›
- GreeceHot, but the islands get the meltemi wind — Crete and the Cyclades are more bearable.Greece in July ›
- SwitzerlandThe Alps are perfect for hiking and lake days.Switzerland in July ›
- PeruDry season in Cusco and Machu Picchu — the best of the year.Peru in July ›
Iceland
Norway
Greece
Switzerland
PeruBetter to skip
What to postpone from July
Italy — Rome and Florence are hot and airless, all of Italy is at the beach.Seasons & events
What's on in July
- SpainSan Fermín in Pamplona — 6–14 July, the running of the bulls.
- France14 July — Bastille Day, a parade and fireworks in every town.
- CanadaCalgary Stampede — ten days in early July, a giant rodeo.
Dates are the usual window — check the exact year before booking.
Q&A
Answers to your questions
Where is the best place to travel in July?
Iceland, Norway, Greece, Switzerland and more — with the best weather for the month. The full list with reasons is above.
Which destinations should you avoid in July?
Italy — harsh weather or a rainy season this month. Better to postpone or pick elsewhere.
How were the July destinations chosen?
By the month's climate normals — comfortable temperature, little rain, and sea warm enough for the beach. Not by price or trend. Each destination has a detailed weather page for the month.