San Francisco in July
In July, San Francisco averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night, with only about 0 rainy days.
Peak seasonConditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Skies are generally dry and clear.
July is a great month to visit San Francisco: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How July compares to the rest of the year in San Francisco
July is one of the warmest months in San Francisco (3rd of 12) and one of the driest months (12th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 3°C above the annual average (19°C). July runs 1°C warmer than June (21°C) and warms a further 1°C into August (23°C).
July sunrise & sunset in San Francisco
Times shown for San Francisco local time (America/Los_Angeles), calculated for the 15th of July. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in San Francisco — July
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of July, in San Francisco's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — San Francisco in July
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on July's tier (Peak season) and San Francisco's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — July in San Francisco
San Francisco is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather Northern Hemisphere summer holidays
Sun & mosquito risk — July in San Francisco
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
San Francisco in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C / 57°F | 8°C / 46°F | 110 mm | 11 | — |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 9°C / 48°F | 110 mm | 10 | — |
| March | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 50°F | 75 mm | 10 | — |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 52°F | 30 mm | 6 | — |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 12°C / 54°F | 10 mm | 3 | — |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 13°C / 55°F | 5 mm | 1 | — |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 20 mm | 4 | — |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 52°F | 55 mm | 7 | — |
| December | 14°C / 57°F | 8°C / 46°F | 85 mm | 9 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is San Francisco in July?
In July, San Francisco averages a high of 22°C (72°F) and a low of 14°C (57°F) — generally mild and pleasant.
Does it rain a lot in San Francisco in July?
July is generally dry in San Francisco, with about 0 rainy days on average.
Is July a good time to visit San Francisco?
July is mild and pleasant and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with mild and pleasant weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for San Francisco in July?
Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full July packing list for San Francisco for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.