What July feels like in Salt Lake City
July is the height of summer in Salt Lake City — the warmest month of the year. Afternoons are very hot — outdoor plans work best early in the day or after sunset. Nights stay warm; with a gap of about 14.7°C (26.5°F) between afternoon and night, early mornings can surprise you. The heat is dry rather than muggy, so drink more than you think you need.
Rain in Salt Lake City in July
Dry weather dominates, and an umbrella can mostly stay packed. Most wet days bring only light rain — about 2.8 mm (0.1 in) on a typical rainy day — the kind of drizzle or short shower that rarely stops plans for long. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 6 mm per rainy day. July is Salt Lake City's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 6:08 am and sunset at about 8:58 pm (local time) — 14 h 50 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 14 min less daylight than mid-June. About 94% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the warmest month in Salt Lake City. Afternoons run 5.6°C (10.1°F) warmer than in June, with 13 mm less rain. After this the year turns: August is already cooler. The next month's average high: 31.9°C (89.4°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — midday heat makes long walks hard.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Hiking: less ideal — too hot for long hikes.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — a cool break during the hottest hours.
Tips for visiting Salt Lake City in July
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Salt Lake City in July?
Afternoons average 33.8°C (92.8°F) and nights about 19.1°C (66.4°F) — very hot by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in July?
No — July is one of the drier times, with about 2 rainy days and 6 mm in total.
What should I wear in Salt Lake City in July?
The numbers point to versatile layers and sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is July or August better for visiting Salt Lake City?
August scores better on our climate ranking (#3 of 12 vs #7), rated Great against Good. August is cooler and has more rainy days.