What's the weather like in Naples in July
If one word could sum up July in Naples, it would be 'hot'!
Temperature
July is the hottest month of the year in Naples, and it is also the month which experiences the most in the way of sunshine hours. For anyone who loves summer explorations in beautiful cities, then July is the month to go, with an average temperature of around 25°C, which easily reaches a blistering 30°C as an average high. Evenings drop to a pleasant 19°C, which means air conditioning is definite must for a good night's rest.
Sunshine Hours and Rainfall
You can expect to see the sun for a massive 10 hours per day on average, and very little in the way of rain, with around 30mm throughout the month, affecting only 4 days on average. Naples is dry, hot, and busy during July.
Sea Temperatures
The good news however is that the Mediterranean Sea is certainly temperate for a summer cool down, with a wonderfully warm average temperature of around 26°C, so an early morning or afternoon swim could be just the ticket.
Naples Hotels for July
Ideal Hotel
High temperatures during July means that centrally located accommodation is a must, to cut down on travel times and extra heat. Luckily, Naples has plenty of those! Ideal Hotel is a perfect choice for anyone wanting to be close to everything, without breaking the bank. This budget option has a beautiful rooftop terrace to add to proceedings.
Culture Hotel Centro Storico
Alternatively, the very modern Culture Hotel Centro Storico is another central choice, and is in-keeping with the Naples art vibe, boasting an original piece of art by an international artist in every single room.
Decumani Hotel De Charme
If you want to up the opulence however, then go for Decumani Hotel De Charme. This particular hotel used to be the residence of the last bishop of the Bourbon Kingdom of Naples, who lived there for more than 30 years. Because of this fact, the building is under protected status the perfect place to stay for history buffs.
Bars And Restaurants
Osteria II Gobbetto
Finding somewhere to eat in fantastic surroundings is never a problem in Naples, but the problem comes from whittling down your choices. Osteria II Gobbetto offers some of the best pasta dishes you will find in Naples, with fresh local ingredients to enjoy. Located on on Via Sergente Maggiore, this should be one on your must visit list.
Tandem
Keeping with the pasta vibe, Tandem offers many different dishes, all with unique sauces to go with the different types of pasta.
Pizzeria Starita a Materdei
Alternatively, stick with delicious pizza as your evening choice and head to Pizzeria Starita a Materdei and try the popular fried pizza dough as your starter choice, before heading onto a huge range of different pizzas.
Things to do in Naples in July
The Neapolis Festival
July is certainly festival month in Naples, with several important events going on during the month. The Neapolis Festival is a huge deal, which draws massive crowds, and brings together international and local bands to enjoy concerts.
Pizzafest
Alternatively, maybe Pizzafest is more your thing! Obviously, Naples is the home of pizza, and during this 10 days' long celebration of the famous dish, pizza makers from all over the country come together to fight over who makes the best pizza.
Festa Della Madonna del Carmine
Festa Della Madonna del Carmine also takes place during July, and is held in Piazza del Carmine. This is a religious celebration which takes place the night before the official saint's day. Look towards the church tower and you will see that celebrations make the tower look like it is on fire it's not however, don't worry!
Kayak Napoli
We can't avoid the fact that July is also the hottest month of the year in Naples, and that means you will be wanting to get out and cool down in the sometimes intense heat. Kayak Napoli is a great way to do just that, offering tours to take you to quieter parts of the bay, where you can swim, snorkel, learn to kayak, and even paddle board. They even offer night tours when there is a full moon. Heading to the beach is a must do when temperatures are high, however do remember sun protection, as the July sun is intense to say the least.
Castle Sant'Elmo
Once you've had enough of swimming and splashing, head back to sightseeing. One of the most famous views of the whole of Naples and surrounding area is from the top of Castle Sant'Elmo. The castle itself is beautiful and certainly worth an exploration, however visitors tend to avoid the interior of the church for the famous view from the top, heading straight up and walking around the ramparts to click away on their cameras. You can't blame them, on a clear day this is a simply stunning view.
