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Beaufort in July
Beaufort's warmest month brings highs averaging 88°F (31°C), lows of 78°F (26°C) and about 5.4 in (136 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 62/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 5.4 in (136 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 88°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (26°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.4 in (136 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March – May and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 65/100 in June to 62/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 88°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beaufort in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Old Sheldon Church Ruins
Brick ruins of an 18th-century church under huge live oaks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.4 in of rain.
Lowcountry Produce Market & Café
Local market and café for shrimp and grits, pimento cheese and pies.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.4 in of rain.
John Mark Verdier House
1804 Federal-style house museum on Bay Street run by Historic Beaufort Foundation.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in July.
Hunting Island State Park
Wild beach, maritime forest and a climbable 1875 lighthouse.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 88°F.
Saltus River Grill
Waterfront seafood grill with sushi and a patio over the park.
Why now Best first thing, before the 88°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in July
- Savannah in July~35 mi · highs 91°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Charleston in July~49 mi · highs 90°F, 5.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in July~130 mi · highs 84°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in July~154 mi · highs 84°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler 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.
Beaufort in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Beaufort?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 62/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 5.4 in (136 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Beaufort in July?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beaufort in July?
Yes: about 5.4 in (136 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Beaufort in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 88°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Beaufort in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.