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Shenandoah in July
Shenandoah's warmest month brings highs averaging 82°F (28°C), lows of 60°F (16°C) and about 4.0 in (101 mm) of rain.
At 81/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 4.0 in (101 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 82°F (28°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights cool to an average low of 60°F (16°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.0 in (101 mm).
Plan around July
July is one of Shenandoah's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Comfort holds steady from June (79 → 81/100).
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Shenandoah in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Humpback Rocks
Steep 1-mile climb to rocky outcrops near the Parkway's northern start, plus a restored farm.
Why now July scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hawksbill Summit
Highest point in the park, with a stone observation platform.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 4.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Blue Mountain Brewery
Farm brewery with hop fields and mountain views near Afton.
Skyline Drive
105-mile ridgetop road through Shenandoah National Park with 70 overlooks.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Pollock Dining Room at Skyland
Park lodge dining room with valley views and blackberry ice cream pie.
Nearby in July
- Richmond in July~85 mi · highs 91°F, 4.4 in rain · 5°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Washington, DC in July~98 mi · highs 88°F, 4.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Williamsburg in July~129 mi · highs 90°F, 4.8 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Baltimore in July~131 mi · highs 88°F, 4.5 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~485 m to Shenandoah's ~787 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.
Shenandoah in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Shenandoah?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 4.0 in (101 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends.
How hot is Shenandoah in July?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 60°F (16°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Shenandoah in July?
Some: about 4.0 in (101 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 41.4 in (1051 mm).
What should I pack for Shenandoah in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Shenandoah
Routes in season in July
- Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive May – Oct
Planning Shenandoah in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.