July is high summer. The Mediterranean is as warm as a bath, the evenings are long, and almost every German state is on its summer holidays. For a beach holiday, this is the classic time. If you do not cope well with heat, you will find more pleasant temperatures on the Atlantic and the islands to the west. And some long-haul destinations are at their best now too.
Destinations in July
| Destination | Daytime air | Sea | Flight from Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azores | 25 °C | 22 °C | approx. 4.5 hrs |
| Madeira | 25 °C | 22 °C | approx. 4 hrs |
| Canary Islands | 27 °C | 22 °C | approx. 4.5 hrs |
| Algarve | 28 °C | 20 °C | approx. 3 hrs |
| Croatia | 29 °C | 24 °C | approx. 1.5 hrs |
| Sardinia | 30 °C | 24 °C | approx. 2 hrs |
| Mallorca | 30 °C | 25 °C | approx. 2 hrs |
| Crete | 29 °C | 24 °C | approx. 3 hrs |
| Antalya | 34 °C | 27 °C | approx. 3.5 hrs |
| Bali | 30 °C | 27 °C | approx. 16 hrs with a change |
Approximate averages. During heatwaves the Mediterranean can reach 40 °C.
A beach holiday in the Mediterranean
In the Mediterranean the water is warm enough everywhere in July, usually between 24 and 27 °C. Sardinia tempts with picture-book coves, especially on the Costa Smeralda in the northeast and in the south. Mallorca, Crete and the Croatian coast are classics for families and couples.
Further east it gets hot. On the Turkish Riviera and Cyprus, 34 °C and more is normal. For a holiday by the pool and on the beach that is fine, but plan excursions for the morning.
More pleasant on the Atlantic
If you prefer it not quite so hot, the Atlantic is a good choice. The Algarve has warm, sunny days, while the Atlantic stays refreshing at around 20 °C. In the Canary Islands the trade wind means it rarely gets hotter than 30 °C. Madeira and the Azores are green and mild, ideal for walking and excursions if a beach holiday is not the main focus.
Long-haul destinations in the dry season
Bali has its dry season in July and is one of the best destinations of the month. It is sunny, the air a little less humid, and the rice terraces inland glow green. On Mauritius and the Seychelles it is dry too. There, though, July is winter, at around 24 to 27 °C with a strong trade wind. It is still warm enough for a beach holiday, but windy on some beaches.
In Kenya and Tanzania it is the dry season, and from July the great herds of wildebeest move on from the Serengeti into the Masai Mara. A safari combines well with a few days on the beach on Zanzibar.
Better not in July
On the Red Sea and in Dubai it is very hot in July, at 40 °C and more. On Thailand’s Andaman Sea coast and in the Maldives it is the rainy season, with showers and higher waves. In the Caribbean the hurricane season begins, but July is usually still quieter than late summer.
Tips for July
- Choose accommodation with air conditioning: during heatwaves it makes the nights bearable.
- Take a siesta: between noon and 4 pm, the shade is the best place to be.
- Drink plenty: water in your bag belongs on every excursion.
- Book early: in the school holidays the best deals go quickly.
- Mind the fire risk: in dry regions, open fires and barbecues are often banned.
flug-123.de editorial team, updated 10 November 2026. We review our guides regularly. Rules can change. If in doubt, the details in your booking apply.
