Cincinnati · July
Run in the pre-dawn.
Average high is 85°F with a 68°F overnight low. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Humid heat punishes mid-morning — get out before sunrise for the only truly comfortable window.
Avg high / low
85° / 68°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
8 mph
What July feels like in Cincinnati
Sunrise
06:26
Mid-month average
Sunset
21:01
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Heat peaks here. Skip unless you've got shade and pace tolerance.
Evening
Cools off after sunset but still warm. Good for easy efforts; avoid hard intervals if you're chasing pace.
What to wear running in Cincinnati in July
The kit for July in Cincinnati: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
July vs the surrounding months
vs June
+3° avg high
0 rain days
Cincinnati in June →
July
85°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: pre-dawn
vs August
+1° avg high
0 rain days
Cincinnati in August →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Cincinnati in July?+
Pre-dawn. Humid heat punishes mid-morning — get out before sunrise for the only truly comfortable window.
What's the average temperature in Cincinnati in July?+
Average high 85°F, average low 68°F.
How does July compare to surrounding months in Cincinnati?+
Compared to June (avg high 82°F), July is warmer. Compared to August (avg high 84°F), July is warmer.
Does it rain often in Cincinnati in July?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in July, on average.