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Tulsa in July
Tulsa's warmest month brings highs averaging 94°F (35°C), lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 59/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 94°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (93 mm)
- Humidity
- 64%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 59/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 94°F (35°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (93 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March & April and October & November.
- Comfort slips from 67/100 in June to 59/100.
- Our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends Mar – May, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes94°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tulsa in July
Afternoons run hot (94°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Mother Road Market
Food hall on Route 66 with local vendors and a mini-golf course.
Why now A break from 94°F afternoons.
Woody Guthrie Center
Archive and museum on the Oklahoma folk singer, in the Tulsa Arts District.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Cain's Ballroom
1924 Western swing hall where Bob Wills played, still hosting concerts.
Bob Dylan Center
Museum of Dylan's notebooks, recordings and manuscripts, opened in 2022.
Gathering Place
66-acre free riverside park with gardens, trails and big playgrounds.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 94°F.
Nearby in July
- Oklahoma City in July~98 mi · highs 94°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lake Hefner in July~98 mi · highs 94°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Eureka Springs in July~127 mi · highs 91°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Branson in July~158 mi · highs 92°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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.
Tulsa in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Tulsa?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 59/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 94°F (35°C) and 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain. Our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends Mar – May, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tulsa in July?
Average highs are 94°F (35°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulsa in July?
Some: about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.8 in (1010 mm).
What should I pack for Tulsa in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (94°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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