Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Big Sur in July
Big Sur sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 67°F (19°C) and lows of 55°F (13°C).
At 100/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 31%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What July feels like
Highs near 67°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 55°F (13°C).
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 31%.
Plan around July
July is one of Big Sur's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (100 → 100/100).
- July sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Big Sur in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Big Sur River Inn
Roadside inn where you can sit in chairs set in the river with a drink.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Nepenthe
Clifftop restaurant since 1949 with long coastal views from the terrace.
Why now July scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Deetjen's Big Sur Inn Restaurant
Candlelit dinners and hearty breakfasts in a 1930s redwood inn tucked into Castro Canyon.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pfeiffer Beach
Purple-streaked sand and Keyhole Arch at the end of narrow Sycamore Canyon Road.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Bixby Creek Bridge
1932 concrete arch bridge, the most photographed spot on Highway 1.
Nearby in July
- Monterey & Carmel in July~23 mi · highs 67°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Simeon in July~54 mi · highs 62°F, 0.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in July~109 mi · highs 73°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Sonoma in July~144 mi · highs 92°F, 0.0 in rain · 14°C (25°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.
Big Sur in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Big Sur?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. July is inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
How hot is Big Sur in July?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Big Sur in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.9 in (480 mm).
What should I pack for Big Sur in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Pacific Coast Highway Apr – Oct
Planning Big Sur in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.