Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Homer in July
Homer's warmest month brings highs averaging 60°F (16°C), lows of 51°F (11°C) and about 4.3 in (110 mm) of rain.
At 69/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (110 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~17 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What July feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (16°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 51°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.3 in (110 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Long days help: there are roughly 17 h 38 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Homer's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 65/100 in June to 69/100.
- July sits inside the Jun – Aug window our Alaska Glacier Route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 51°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Homer in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Grewingk Glacier Lake Trail
Flat 3.5-mile trail from Glacier Spit to a lake with floating ice below Grewingk Glacier.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Aug.
Mako's Water Taxi
Water taxi across Kachemak Bay to trailheads in Kachemak Bay State Park.
Why now July scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Salty Dawg Saloon
Lighthouse-topped log bar on the Spit, walls papered with signed dollar bills.
La Baleine Cafe
Small Spit cafe known for seafood breakfast bowls and fresh fish.
Islands & Ocean Visitor Center
Free exhibits on the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge's seabird colonies.
Nearby in July
- Seward in July~80 mi · highs 58°F, 6.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Anchorage in July~123 mi · highs 65°F, 3.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Talkeetna in July~191 mi · highs 68°F, 5.7 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~285 m to Homer's ~32 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.
Homer in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Homer?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 69/100. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 4.3 in (110 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Aug window our Alaska Glacier Route recommends.
How cold is Homer in July?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Homer in July?
Some: about 4.3 in (110 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.1 in (1627 mm).
What should I pack for Homer in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 51°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Alaska Glacier Route Jun – Aug
Planning Homer 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.