Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Asheville in July
Asheville's warmest month brings highs averaging 84°F (29°C), lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 5.3 in (135 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 5.3 in (135 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 84°F (29°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 64°F (18°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.3 in (135 mm) across the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and September & October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Comfort slips from 76/100 in June to 67/100.
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends.
- Our Asheville, Blowing Rock & Boone route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes84°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Asheville in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Biltmore Estate
Vanderbilt mansion with gardens, winery and miles of grounds.
Why now July scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Mills River
Big brewery with tours, a taproom restaurant and lawn music.
Christmas at Biltmore
George Vanderbilt's 250-room chateau decorated with dozens of trees, including a 35-foot Fraser fir in the Banquet Hall.
12 Bones Smokehouse
Barbecue joint in the River Arts District, lunch only.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 5.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mount Pisgah
1.6-mile hike to a summit with a broadcast tower and wide views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Winter Lights
Walking trail of lit gardens and light displays at the North Carolina Arboretum, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Nearby in July
- Cherokee in July~44 mi · highs 84°F, 5.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Blowing Rock in July~62 mi · highs 80°F, 5.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Townsend in July~68 mi · highs 87°F, 5.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in July~81 mi · highs 89°F, 5.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Asheville in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Asheville?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are April & May and September & October, at up to 87. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 5.3 in (135 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends.
How hot is Asheville in July?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Asheville in July?
Yes: about 5.3 in (135 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.0 in (1347 mm).
What should I pack for Asheville in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive May – Oct
Planning Asheville in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.