Temperatures in July
It's hot in July in California with an average temperature of 38°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 40°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 23°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for California in July. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of July
The month of July starts in California with hot temperatures, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-July
By mid-July, the average daytime temperature rises to around 38°C, with nights close to 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in California will be around 39°C, with nights close to 22°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in July
According to weather history, there is only 1,1 mm of precipitation in July. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.
The average chance of precipitation is only 1% in July.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in July for California. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
California in July |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
38°C | 23°C | |
 High Temp |
40°C | 27°C | |
| Low Temp |
36°C | 21°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
1,1 mm | 52 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is July a good time to visit California?
July isn’t a good time to be in California. The average temperature of 38°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for California in July
With 44°C, California hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in July 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in July in California
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in July in California, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in July in California
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in July for California, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for July, you can expect it to stay dry all month in California.
Daily UV Index in July in California
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July in California, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in July in California Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in July in California, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in July in California Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in July in California, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in July for California
Click on a specific day in July for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in California. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in California by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for California. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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