Weather in July
July in
California is characterized by the full embrace of summer, with hot temperatures across the state. Coastal regions like Los Angeles and San Francisco maintain a more moderate climate due to the proximity of the Pacific Ocean, with temperatures ranging from 70°F to 80°F. These areas often experience summer fog, a distinct feature that can provide a cooling effect.
Inland areas and the Sierra Nevada mountains, such as Mammoth Lakes, see temperatures ranging from 50°F to 60°F. The weather is warm, and the landscapes are free from snow, making it a popular time for outdoor recreation.
The desert regions in the east, including Death Valley, reach their peak temperatures in July. It's common to see temperatures soaring above 100°F, making it one of the hottest months of the year. Death Valley, in particular, holds the record for the hottest location in the world.
Rainfall is nearly nonexistent in July, with dry conditions prevailing across the state. The northern regions may see occasional, minimal precipitation, but for the most part, California remains dry during this month.
Comparing July to
June, the summer heat intensifies, especially in the desert regions. Coastal areas remain relatively moderate due to the influence of the Pacific Ocean, while inland and mountainous regions continue to warm. The scarcity of rain and the prevalence of summer fog in certain coastal areas are defining features of California's weather in July. The state's diverse climate leads to a variety of weather experiences, from the temperate coasts to the sweltering deserts, making July a vibrant and dynamic month.
- Los Angeles - July »
On the first day of July in Los Angeles sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. Consequently, July carries the signature of the peak summer months in Los Angeles with predominantly clear skies and lesser winds. - San Francisco - July »
July through September are months with the least rain in San Francisco when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" of rain. July through September are months with the least rain in San Francisco when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" of rain. - San Diego - July »
In San Diego during July, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" of precipitation. On the first day of July in San Diego sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. - San Jose - July »
In San Jose July is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 82°F and a low of 55.2°F. The month with the most sunshine in San Jose is July, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine. - Sacramento - July »
July is the warmest month in Sacramento, exhibiting average temperatures of 94.6°F at the peak and 59.2°F at the base. In Sacramento, July is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 94.6°F and a low of 59.2°F. - Fresno - July »
In Fresno, July is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 99.7°F and a low of 67.3°F. July is the least humid month in Fresno, with an average relative humidity of 28%. - Long Beach - July »
July and August, with an average ocean temperature of 67.8°F, are months with the warmest seawater in Long Beach. July and August, with an average ocean temperature of 67.8°F, are months with the warmest seawater in Long Beach. - Oakland - July »
On the last day of July, in Oakland, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm PDT. On the first day of July in Oakland, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. - Bakersfield - July »
July is the month when Bakersfield sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 96.6°F and a low of 64.9°F. On the last day of July, in Bakersfield, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:00 pm PDT. - Anaheim - July »
July and August, with an average of 12h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Anaheim, California. July and August, with an average of 12h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Anaheim. - Santa Ana - July »
In Santa Ana during July, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" of precipitation. On the last day of July, in Santa Ana, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:52 pm PDT. - Riverside - July »
The months with the most sunshine in Riverside, California, are July and August, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine. July and August, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Riverside, California.
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