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    Typical July conditions on the Fort Myers coast

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    Fort Myers Weather in July

    92°F / 75°F · 8.9" rain · 87°F Gulf

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    Last updated Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell

    July climate at a glance

    Average high

    92°F

    Average low

    75°F

    Gulf water

    87°F

    Rainfall

    8.9"

    Rainy days

    16

    Sunny days

    17

    UV index

    11

    Dew point

    74°F

    Tropical risk

    Low

    Sunrise

    6:47 AM

    Sunset

    8:17 PM

    Daylight

    13.5 hrs

    Temperature and rainfall figures are 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Fort Myers / Page Field station. Gulf water temperatures are nearshore averages; sunrise, sunset and daylight are mid-month values for 26.64°N, 81.87°W.

    How the rain actually falls in July

    Daily afternoon convection; mornings are reliably sunny, which is when to schedule the beach.

    What to wear in Fort Myers in July

    Minimal, breathable layers plus a rain shell; a long-sleeve sun shirt beats sunscreen reapplication on the water.

    Can you swim in July?

    Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 87°F in July — yes for most visitors. Shallow nearshore flats run several degrees warmer than the offshore reading by mid-afternoon.

    Hurricane and storm risk in July

    Named-storm risk in July is low. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with the climatological peak around September 10. Outside those months, tropical impact on Fort Myers is effectively nil.

    July weather records

    Fort Myers July temperature and precipitation summary
    MeasureValue
    Average high92°F
    Average low75°F
    Record high (Page Field)100°F
    Record low (Page Field)65°F
    Average rainfall8.9 in
    Rainy days16
    Mostly sunny days17
    Average afternoon dew point74°F
    Peak UV index11
    Gulf water temperature87°F
    HumidityVery high
    Named-storm riskLow

    Planning a trip in July?

    Our July trip guide covers crowds, hotel pricing, events and whether the month is worth booking — not just the weather.

    Read the full Fort Myers in July guide

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the weather like in Fort Myers in July?

    Fort Myers weather in July averages 92°F highs and 75°F lows with 8.9 inches of rain over 16 days and 87°F Gulf water — the hottest month, with bath-warm water and daily afternoon storms.

    How hot does it get in Fort Myers in July?

    Fort Myers averages a high of 92°F in July, with an average low of 75°F. The record high for the month at Page Field is 100°F and the record low is 65°F.

    Does it rain a lot in Fort Myers in July?

    July averages 8.9 inches of rain across about 16 days. Daily afternoon convection; mornings are reliably sunny, which is when to schedule the beach.

    How warm is the Gulf water in Fort Myers in July?

    Nearshore Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 87°F in July — yes for swimming.

    What should I wear in Fort Myers in July?

    Minimal, breathable layers plus a rain shell; a long-sleeve sun shirt beats sunscreen reapplication on the water.

    What time does the sun set in Fort Myers in July?

    Mid-July sunset in Fort Myers is around 8:17 PM, with sunrise at 6:47 AM and roughly 13.5 hours of daylight.

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