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Beacon in July
Beacon's warmest month brings highs averaging 85°F (30°C), lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
It scores 70/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 85°F (30°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights cool to an average low of 65°F (18°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.3 in (109 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and September & October).
- Comfort slips from 74/100 in June to 70/100.
- July sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beacon in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Bank Square Coffeehouse
Coffeehouse on the corner of Main Street and Route 9D.
Why now July scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Brothers Trattoria
Long-running family Italian on Main Street, open since 1998.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Beacon Bread Company
Bakery-cafe on Main Street with scratch breakfasts and bread.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Bannerman Castle
Guided tours of a ruined arsenal on Pollepel Island in the Hudson.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best May–Oct.
Breakneck Ridge
Steep rock scramble with big Hudson Highlands views.
Nearby in July
- Manhattan in July~50 mi · highs 85°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hudson in July~52 mi · highs 84°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New York City in July~55 mi · highs 79°F, 4.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Philadelphia in July~124 mi · highs 86°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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.
Beacon in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Beacon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 70/100 against a best of 82 in May and September & October. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. July is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Beacon in July?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beacon in July?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1229 mm).
What should I pack for Beacon in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Beacon in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.