What to do in Singapore this Summer - Things to do in June, July and August 2019

July is no less cooler than June, and you can expect the average highs to climb to around 31° C. The minimum average is also high, and usually hovers around the 26° C like other times during summer. There’s still a reasonably high chance of the odd rain shower during July. On average there are 11 days of rain during this month, but as in June these are typically short, dramatic showers that shouldn’t interfere too much with your Singapore summer travel plans. As the month progresses many tourists give Singapore a miss owing to the heat, which means that it’s one of the quieter times to spend time exploring the top places to visit in Singapore as far as tourists go. Still, there’s no shortage of things to see and do over this time if you can take the heat.

July is a great time to spend exploring the city on a guided experience with a local, particularly if you’re unsure of what to do in Singapore in the summer. The crowds may start to taper off towards the end of the month, but with heat and rain it can be difficult to know exactly where to go, and when. It’s still possible to catch the Great Singapore Sale in July, and between the 12th and 28th there’s the popular Singapore Food Festival, which is an amazing celebration of the region’s culinary traditions. If you’re a sporting fan, don’t forget to book a ticket to a match in the International Champions Cup, which is one of the region’s top footballing events of the year.

There’s very little to differentiate the weather between July and August in Singapore. The temperatures still hover around the low 30s, and the average lows tend to sit at about 26° C. It’s still likely to experience flash thunderstorms at this time of year, which might interfere with some of your plans. But if you’re adequately prepared with rain gear and willing to spend a little time indoors when the heat is unbearable or the rain arrives, there’s every opportunity to have an amazing last month of summer in Singapore.

August is a great time to visit Singapore if you’re looking to experience some traditional holidays and events. Aside from the typical attractions on offer, August offers some insight into Singapore’s past with its National Day celebrations. The island comes to life with patriotic red and white, and there’s a spectacular display on the 9th of August that will have you in awe. Towards the middle of the month you should also diarise the Hungry Ghost Festival. It takes place on the 15th, and is a great event to help learn more about local cultures and traditions. It’s also a great idea to visit the trendy Tiong Bahru neighbourhood to experience both past and present, just try to get there early morning before it’s too hot, and to grab breakfast from the traditional local hawker centre and wet market.