Seasonal guide
Milan in July
July is hot and humid. The summer sales start in the first few days. Towards the end of the month the city begins to empty: Milanese people take their August holidays early.
What's on
Estate Sforzesca continues; the summer arenas show open-air films most evenings. On the stalls it is peak time for tomatoes, peaches and plums.
Good to know
The midday heat is fierce: move around in the morning or after 6 pm. Some shops and restaurants already start closing for the holidays.
At the market in july
What the greengrocer stalls have this month. More on the seasonal produce in July page.
Always running: the 85 neighbourhood markets, the covered markets, the farmers markets and the flea markets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Milan in July?
July is hot and humid. The summer sales start in the first few days. Towards the end of the month the city begins to empty: Milanese people take their August holidays early.
What is there to do in Milan in July?
Estate Sforzesca continues; the summer arenas show open-air films most evenings. On the stalls it is peak time for tomatoes, peaches and plums.
What is in season at the market in July?
In July the stalls mostly have apricots, watermelon, chard, cucumbers, green beans, berries, lettuce and salad leaves, aubergines.