Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Santa Fe in July
The year's rain peaks now, with about 2.4 in (62 mm) falling in Santa Fe, alongside highs near 87°F (31°C) and lows of 60°F (15°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 75/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 45%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 87°F (31°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (27°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (62 mm).
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and August – October.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 6.0 in (153 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 83/100 in June to 75/100.
- Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so July falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Santa Fe & Albuquerque route is planned for Mid-Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 60°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Santa Fe in July
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Santa Fe Plaza
Historic square framed by adobe buildings, with Native artisans selling under the Palace portal.
Why now July scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bell Tower Bar at La Fonda
Rooftop bar atop La Fonda with sunset views over the city.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Shed
New Mexican restaurant since 1953 in a 1692 adobe off the Plaza.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Romanesque stone cathedral at the end of San Francisco Street, with a midnight Mass on Christmas Eve.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Canyon Road Farolito Walk
On Christmas Eve, the gallery street fills with walkers, carolers, small bonfires and thousands of candlelit farolitos.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Meow Wolf House of Eternal Return
Immersive art installation inside a Victorian house with secret passages.
Nearby in July
- Abiquiú in July~42 mi · highs 90°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Taos in July~54 mi · highs 86°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Albuquerque in July~58 mi · highs 94°F, 2.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in July~247 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,972 m to Santa Fe's ~2,132 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.
Santa Fe in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Santa Fe?
It's middling, scoring 75/100. The best months are April & May and August – October, at up to 99. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Santa Fe in July?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 60°F (15°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Santa Fe in July?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 13.3 in (338 mm).
What should I pack for Santa Fe in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 60°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Planning Santa Fe in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.