What July feels like in Mumbai
July falls in Mumbai's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. Evenings ease the heat only slightly, and nights remain very warm. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Mumbai in July
July is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 23.7 mm (0.9 in) on an average rainy day. That is heavier than Mumbai's usual 17 mm per rainy day across the year. July is Mumbai's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Mumbai gets 13 h 11 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:09 am to sunset near 7:20 pm. Day length barely changes from mid-June (5 min shorter). The sun is out for roughly 42% of those daylight hours, so sun and cloud share the day.
How July compares to the rest of the year
July is the 2nd coolest month of the year in Mumbai. Compared with June, afternoons are 2.2°C (4°F) cooler, with 285 mm more rain. Temperatures keep falling into August. By August, typical highs are 27.8°C (82°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Mumbai in July
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Quick questions
How warm is Mumbai in July?
Afternoons average 27.8°C (82°F) and nights about 25.6°C (78.1°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 2nd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Mumbai in July?
Yes, fairly — rain falls most days and totals about 734 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Mumbai in July?
The numbers point to rain protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is July or August better for visiting Mumbai?
August, narrowly: it ranks #11 of 12 among Mumbai's months, against #12 for the other. August has fewer rainy days.