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St. Augustine in July
St. Augustine's warmest month brings highs averaging 86°F (30°C), lows of 77°F (25°C) and about 6.3 in (161 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 55/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by humidity.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 6.3 in (161 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 55/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 86°F (30°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 82%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.3 in (161 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from June (56 → 55/100).
- Our St. Augustine & Amelia Island 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 clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in St. Augustine in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
St. Augustine Distillery
Craft distillery in a restored 1907 ice plant, with free guided tours, tastings and a cocktail bar upstairs.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Castillo de San Marcos
Spanish coquina-stone fort completed in 1695, the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States, on Matanzas Bay.
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
Black-and-white spiral lighthouse from 1874 on Anastasia Island; 219 steps lead to views over the bay and old town.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Lightner Museum
Gilded Age collections in Flagler's former Hotel Alcazar, built around a palm courtyard and the hotel's old indoor pool.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in July.
Columbia Restaurant
St. Augustine branch of Florida's oldest restaurant family, serving Spanish and Cuban dishes on St. George Street since 1983.
Nearby in July
- Jacksonville Beach in July~28 mi · highs 84°F, 5.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in July~36 mi · highs 91°F, 6.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in July~54 mi · highs 84°F, 5.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Winter Park in July~90 mi · highs 88°F, 7.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
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.
St. Augustine in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit St. Augustine?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 55/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 6.3 in (161 mm) of rain.
How hot is St. Augustine in July?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in St. Augustine in July?
Yes: about 6.3 in (161 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.9 in (1370 mm).
What should I pack for St. Augustine in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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