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Door County in July
Door County's warmest month brings highs averaging 76°F (24°C), lows of 63°F (17°C) and about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain.
At 78/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (85 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (24°C).
Lows average 63°F (17°C).
Humidity averages 78%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (85 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 06 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Door County's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 76°F, up from 67°F in June.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Humidity season begins: 78% on average, up from 80% in June.
- Comfort holds steady from June (80 → 78/100).
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Chicago & Great Lakes route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics78% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Door County in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Washington Island Ferry
Ferry across Death's Door strait to a quiet island with beaches and lavender farms.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Wilson's Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor
Classic 1906 ice cream parlor across from the Ephraim waterfront.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer evening.
Whitefish Dunes State Park
Sand dunes and a long beach next to Cave Point.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Cave Point County Park
Lake Michigan waves crash into undercut limestone ledges.
Why now July scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pelletier's Restaurant & Fish Boil
Traditional Door County fish boil with the flame-up finale, followed by cherry pie.
Nearby in July
- Sleeping Bear Dunes in July~58 mi · highs 67°F, 2.7 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Traverse City in July~79 mi · highs 73°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Mackinac Island in July~138 mi · highs 72°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Milwaukee in July~140 mi · highs 83°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°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.
Door County in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Door County?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 78/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Chicago & Great Lakes route recommends.
How hot is Door County in July?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Door County in July?
Some: about 3.3 in (85 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.7 in (855 mm).
What should I pack for Door County in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (78% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Door County
Routes in season in July
- Chicago & Great Lakes Jun – Sep
Planning Door County in July?
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