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Medora in July
Medora's warmest month brings highs averaging 89°F (32°C), lows of 62°F (17°C) and about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain.
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (53 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 41%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 89°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is moderate at about 2.1 in (53 mm) for the month.
With about 15 h 19 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May & June and August & September).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in June to 77/100.
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 62°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Medora in July
Afternoons run hot (89°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Buck Hill
One of the highest points in the South Unit with a short paved walk to 360-degree views.
Why now July scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pitchfork Steak Fondue
Steaks speared on pitchforks and cooked in oil on a bluff above town.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer evening.
Medora Musical
Outdoor variety show at the Burning Hills Amphitheatre against a badlands backdrop.
South Unit Scenic Loop Drive
Paved drive through badlands with bison, wild horses and prairie dog towns.
Why now Highs near 89°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Theodore's Dining Room
Dining room in the restored Rough Riders Hotel, the best sit-down meal in town.
Why now A break from 89°F afternoons.
Nearby in July
- Black Hills in July~217 mi · highs 83°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Badlands National Park in July~219 mi · highs 93°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (4°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.
Medora in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Medora?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 94 in May & June and August & September. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills route recommends.
How hot is Medora in July?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medora in July?
Not much: about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 16.6 in (422 mm).
What should I pack for Medora in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 62°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Dakotas Badlands & Black Hills May – Sep
Planning Medora 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.