Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
La Jolla in July
La Jolla warms up: highs climb to 74°F (24°C), from 70°F in June, with lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 81/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (4 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What July feels like
Highs settle around 74°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 65°F (18°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is scarce: about 0.2 in (4 mm) for the whole month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 75%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January, March & April and September – November.
- Humidity season begins: 76% on average, up from 78% in June.
- Comfort improves from 77/100 in June to 81/100.
- Our San Diego 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 clothes74°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in La Jolla in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The Cottage
Breakfast and brunch spot in a small cottage with a patio in the village, open for more than thirty years.
Why now July scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Children's Pool
A 1931 seawall beach now used by harbor seals, which haul out on the sand in large numbers in winter.
Why now Highs near 74°F and 0.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
La Jolla Shores
A mile of flat, wide sand north of the village, the calmest beach in La Jolla for a walk or a swim.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
George's at the Cove
Long-running restaurant above the Cove with three levels, including the open-air Ocean Terrace.
Nearby in July
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in July~11 mi · highs 88°F, 0.2 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in July~80 mi · highs 109°F, 0.4 in rain · 19°C (35°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Los Angeles in July~101 mi · highs 89°F, 0.1 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Pasadena in July~103 mi · highs 87°F, 0.1 in rain · 7°C (12°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.
La Jolla in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit La Jolla?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 81/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are January, March & April and September – November. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
How hot is La Jolla in July?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Jolla in July?
Not much: about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.4 in (315 mm).
What should I pack for La Jolla in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (74°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning La Jolla 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.