Kuwait City Weather in July

July: stay indoors by day

Kuwait City in July is intensely hot. The high reaches 42°C, and even nights only cool to around 32°C. With almost no cloud or rain, there's little relief outdoors. Long walks around Souq Al-Mubarakiya or the Grand Mosque can feel punishing, especially in the afternoon.

Save outdoor sightseeing for brief visits, then spend the hottest hours in air-conditioned places. The Kuwait National Museum and The Avenues mall are better daytime choices. You can still enjoy the city, but expect your plans to revolve around indoor stops and short trips outside.

Events and summer pace

There isn't a major annual Kuwait City festival that reliably falls in July. Islamic holidays such as Eid al-Adha follow a lunar calendar, so their dates shift and they may fall in a different month. Check the dates for your year before making plans around them.

If you hate crowds, July is often a quieter time for sightseeing than November to March, Kuwait's more comfortable travel season. Summer holidays also mean many residents leave the city. Hotel rates may be lower than in peak winter months, though prices vary.

Make the heat work for you

Treat July as an indoor city break, not a month for long outdoor outings. At Kuwait Towers, enjoy the views from the air-conditioned observation area rather than lingering outside. For a local meal, order machboos, a spiced rice dish, at a restaurant in the city.

Travelling with kids? Keep visits to Souq Al-Mubarakiya short, and plan indoor breaks nearby. The dry air doesn't make the heat feel mild: July's comfort rating is poor, so even a quick walk can be tiring. Don't plan a full day of outdoor sightseeing.