Katoomba in July
Planning a trip to Katoomba in July? Here's the honest weather briefing for what winter looks like on the ground.
The average daily maximum is 8.9 degrees with overnight lows of 1.8 degrees. You'll see your breath on those cold mornings, but the days warm up nicely.
At 8.9 degrees, July sits 8.4 degrees below the annual average of 17.3 degrees.
You're looking at 37mm of rain across 12 days in a typical July. Nothing dramatic.
Sunshine-wise, July delivers around 9.7 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the moderate category. Sunscreen is still wise, especially if you burn easily.
July scores 1.0/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
For your suitcase: a proper winter jacket.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in July.
July at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in July. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Winter clothing including a proper coat
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Thermal undergarments for cold nights
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
Coming From Overseas?
How July in Katoomba stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 15 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 22 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 21 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How July Compares
Katoomba's monthly climate at a glance. July is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23.2 | 12.9 | 157mm | 8.7 |
| Feb | 23.0 | 12.5 | 97mm | 8.9 |
| Mar | 21.3 | 10.5 | 53mm | 8.1 |
| Apr | 16.6 | 6.2 | 218mm | 3.6 |
| May | 12.9 | 4.3 | 103mm | 1.0 |
| Jun | 9.6 | 0.8 | 123mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 8.9 | 1.8 | 37mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 13.2 | 3.6 | 44mm | 1.9 |
| Sep | 15.0 | 4.2 | 44mm | 3.9 |
| Oct | 17.3 | 5.9 | 53mm | 5.6 |
| Nov | 21.5 | 10.7 | 116mm | 8.0 |
| Dec | 25.0 | 12.0 | 41mm | 10.0 |