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United States in July: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What July is actually like in United States — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.
- Average high
- 31°C
- Average low
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 176mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 2nd warmest month of United States's year. The 3rd wettest month, at 11% of the year's rain.
Public holidays in July
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- July 3 Independence Day
On in July
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for New Orleans, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.