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Salt Lake City in July
Salt Lake City's warmest month brings highs averaging 93°F (34°C), lows of 67°F (19°C) and about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 93°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (16 mm)
- Humidity
- 39%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 93°F (34°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 67°F (19°C), about 15°C (26°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 39% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (16 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September & October.
- Comfort slips from 93/100 in June to 69/100.
- Our Salt Lake City & Park City route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes93°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 67°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Salt Lake City in July
Afternoons run hot (93°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Ballet West's Nutcracker at the Capitol Theatre
Ballet West dances Willam Christensen's Nutcracker, descended from the first full-length American staging, in a 1913 theater.
Why now A break from 93°F afternoons.
Cathedral of the Madeleine
Salt Lake's 1909 Catholic cathedral, with painted interiors and Christmas concerts by its choir school in December.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Gallivan Center Ice Rink
Outdoor rink in the downtown Gallivan Center plaza, open through the winter with skate rental.
Why now July scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Temple Square
The 10-acre Latter-day Saint headquarters, strung with lights and nativity scenes from late November through December.
Why now Highs near 93°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in July
- Park City in July~22 mi · highs 84°F, 1.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in July~174 mi · highs 92°F, 1.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Arches in July~186 mi · highs 97°F, 1.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Jackson in July~196 mi · highs 82°F, 0.9 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Salt Lake City.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,744 m to Salt Lake City's ~1,300 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.
Salt Lake City in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are May & June and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 93°F (34°C) and 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
How hot is Salt Lake City in July?
Average highs are 93°F (34°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Salt Lake City in July?
Not much: about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (542 mm).
What should I pack for Salt Lake City in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (93°F afternoons), 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 67°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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