Yichang Weather in July

Season: summer & rainy season
In short: July honors the high-summer of Yichang. 8-15 days are under scorching heat of 35°C (95°F). Also in the rainy season, cloudy and rainy days domineer over the month. 
  Average Temperature: 24 - 33℃ (75 - 91℉)
 Recorded Highest Temperature: 43℃ (109℉)
 Recorded Lowest Temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
Yichang weather in July marks the height of summer with the highest average temperatures of the year. Temperatures show a slight upward trend throughout the month, with an increasing number of high-temperature days and even higher extremes than in June. Temperatures exceed 35°C (95°F) on 8-15 days, with one or two days exceeding 40 Degrees Celsius (104 Degrees Fahrenheit), while lows remain between 24°C (75°F) and 28°C (82°F). After heavy rain, temperatures may drop below 30°C (86°F), but quickly rise again. High humidity makes the perceived temperature be 2-3°C (36 - 37°F) higher, creating a sultry and oppressive weather.
  Average Precipitation: 218mm
 Humidity: 66 - 93%

Yichang climate in July 2026 is the peak of the rainy season, with overcast and rainy weather dominating the month. July sees fewer than ten sunny days and there are approximately 10-15 rainy days with continuous rainfall often lasting 3-5 days. Daily rainfall can reach up to 100mm, with frequent, short-term heavy downpours. Flash floods or geological disasters are even possible in mountainous areas.

Days are changeable because of severe convection weather. Sunny afternoons may be interrupted by sudden showers which vanish quickly and give back a clear sky. With humidity generally exceeding 70%, the weather is still sweltering and suffocating even with torrential downpours.
  Sunrise time: 05:35 – 05:52
 Sunset time: 19:30 – 19:41

Although in rainy season, about 8 hours’ daily sunshine can be anticipated. On clear days, the sun shines strongly from noon to around 3 p.m. The high solar altitude results in high intensity of solar radiation, the UV rays are strong especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so do take sun protection measures when going outdoors and avoid prolonged sun exposure.
 No, it’s not a good time to visit the Three Gorges Dam in July for the extremely hot weather. The UV rays are much stronger on the cruise deck, and you may head for an attack of sunburn and even be dazzled by the strong sunlight during sunshine hours. On rainy days, the hot and wet air is suffocating. Also, the heavy rain yellows the Yangtze River, which breaks the beauty of the picturesque landscapes. What deserves to be mentioned is that, water discharging may happen in rainy season from July to September according to the time in previous years but the actual time cannot be predicted, so you need luck.
  Clothes: Wear breathable, sweat-wicking short-sleeved shirts and shorts. A thin sun-protective jacket works for both sun protection and warmth indoors as there’s a great temperature difference between indoor conditioning and outdoor heat.

 Shoes: Opt for non-slip sneakers or sandals for that the cruise ship’s deck can become slippery due to rain.

 Others: Prepare sunscreen with an SPF of 50+, a sun hat, and sunglasses. The boat deck is exposed to strong midday sunlight, which can easily cause sunburn.
 1. Avoid outdoor activities lasting more than three hours to prevent heatstroke.
2. Before going outdoors, prepare a sports drink containing electrolytes or lightly salted water to prevent electrolyte loss because of excessive sweating.