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Denver in July
Denver's warmest month brings highs averaging 92°F (33°C), lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 92°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 45%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 92°F (33°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (62 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
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 77/100 in June to 67/100.
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Colorado Rockies route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes92°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 64°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Denver in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Concert venue set between 300-foot sandstone monoliths with views back to the Denver skyline.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best sunset or summer concert.
Denver Botanic Gardens
24 acres of themed gardens including a Japanese garden and a high-plains alpine collection.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best May–Sep.
Death & Co Denver
Serious cocktail bar inside the Ramble Hotel lobby, a short walk from RiNo's mural streets.
Why now July scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Denver Central Market
Food hall in a restored RiNo warehouse with pizza, tacos, pastries and a central bar.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
Sam's No. 3
Diner institution since 1927, known for big breakfasts and green chile.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in July
- Rocky Mountain NP in July~56 mi · highs 75°F, 2.1 in rain · 10°C (17°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Breckenridge in July~59 mi · highs 73°F, 2.1 in rain · 10°C (19°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Vail in July~73 mi · highs 78°F, 2.1 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in July~105 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover City Park and Downtown Denver & 16th Street.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,095 m to Denver's ~1,597 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.
Denver in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Denver?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are April & May and September & October, at up to 95. Expect highs of 92°F (33°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Colorado Rockies route recommends.
How hot is Denver in July?
Average highs are 92°F (33°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Denver in July?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 17.3 in (440 mm).
What should I pack for Denver in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (92°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 64°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Routes in season in July
- Colorado Rockies Jun – Sep
Planning Denver 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.