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Old Sacramento Waterfront in July
Old Sacramento Waterfront's warmest month brings highs averaging 98°F (37°C), lows of 61°F (16°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 61/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 98°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 41%
- Cloud cover
- 11%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 61/100 · Good
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 98°F (37°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 21°C (37°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 11%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March – May and October & November.
- Comfort slips from 77/100 in June to 61/100.
- Our Sacramento 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 clotheshighs average 98°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 61°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Old Sacramento Waterfront in July
Afternoons run hot (98°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
California State Railroad Museum
Restored locomotives and rail cars in a big hall at the north end of Old Sac, including a sleeper car you can walk through.
Why now A break from 98°F afternoons.
Tower Bridge
The gold 1935 vertical-lift bridge over the Sacramento River, lit at night and open to walk across to West Sacramento.
Why now July scores 61/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
River Walk Park
A riverside path in West Sacramento with a straight-on view of Tower Bridge and the Old Sacramento waterfront.
Why now Highs near 98°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Countdown on the Cobblestones
Old Sacramento's free New Year's Eve party, with bands and DJs on K and Front streets and a 9 p.m. fireworks and light show.
Nearby in July
- Napa in July~42 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Sonoma in July~55 mi · highs 92°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Healdsburg in July~74 mi · highs 76°F, 0.0 in rain · 12°C (22°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in July~75 mi · highs 73°F, 0.0 in rain · 14°C (26°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Capitol Park & Midtown.
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.
Old Sacramento Waterfront in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Old Sacramento Waterfront?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 61/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 98°F (37°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
How hot is Old Sacramento Waterfront in July?
Average highs are 98°F (37°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Old Sacramento Waterfront in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 22.3 in (567 mm).
What should I pack for Old Sacramento Waterfront in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 98°F), 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 61°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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