July weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in July

July, like June, in Santa Monica, California, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

Santa Monica in July witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C), indicating a slight variation from June's 74.1°F (23.4°C). Throughout July, Santa Monica witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout July, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Monica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.8 days and collects up to 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Santa Monica, the average seawater temperature in July is 64.4°F (18°C).
Note: In water with a temperature of 64.4°F (18°C), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:55 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Santa Monica are July and August, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during July translates into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in July?

The high-temperature, in July, in Santa Monica, records 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the low-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

The average relative humidity in July is 66%.

How many days does it rain in July?

In Santa Monica, during July, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in July?

In Santa Monica, in July, the average water temperature is 64.4°F (18°C). For most, swimming in 64.4°F (18°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Santa Monica have in July?

In July, the average day length is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:55 pm PDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in July?

In Santa Monica, the average sunshine duration in July is 11.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in July?

In Santa Monica, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in July: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

Average pressure in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in July: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in July: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in July: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in July: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in July: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average sea temperature in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in July: 64°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in July: 26.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

Average UV index in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in July: 10

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in July
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in July - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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