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Catalina Foothills in July
The year's rain peaks now, with about 2.6 in (65 mm) falling in Catalina Foothills, alongside highs near 99°F (37°C) and lows of 75°F (24°C).
With a comfort score of 48/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 99°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (65 mm)
- Humidity
- 43%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 99°F (37°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 2.6 in (65 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 6.0 in (153 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 60/100 in June to 48/100.
- Our Tucson New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes99°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 75°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Catalina Foothills in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Blue Willow
A long-running breakfast and lunch spot on Campbell Avenue with a shaded patio.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 99°F.
Hacienda del Sol
A 1929 hillside guest ranch whose Grill serves brunch with city views; it hosts a New Year's Eve dinner and dance.
Why now A break from 99°F afternoons.
Tohono Chul
A desert botanical garden in the northwest Foothills with shaded walking paths, art galleries and a bistro.
Why now Best first thing, before the 99°F afternoon heat.
Sabino Canyon
A desert canyon with a year-round creek, cottonwoods and saguaro slopes; an electric shuttle runs up the canyon road.
Nearby in July
- Downtown Tucson in July~7 mi · highs 99°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Papago Park & Camelback in July~101 mi · highs 107°F, 1.3 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Phoenix in July~106 mi · highs 107°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, drier
- Sedona in July~185 mi · highs 94°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,178 m to Catalina Foothills's ~831 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Catalina Foothills in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Catalina Foothills?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 48/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 99°F (37°C) and 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain.
How hot is Catalina Foothills in July?
Average highs are 99°F (37°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Catalina Foothills in July?
Some: about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.0 in (305 mm).
What should I pack for Catalina Foothills in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (99°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 75°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.6 in of rain).
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Planning Catalina Foothills 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.