July weather forecast
Death Valley National Park, CA

July in Death Valley National Park is often recognized as the pinnacle of summer. The scalding conditions of this month push the limits, with the park experiencing its highest temperatures of the year, hitting a high of 116.5°F (46.9°C). Despite the drastically warm temperatures, the rainfall remains minimal. The high UV index implies that any outdoor activity requires ample preparation in terms of sun protection. This intense heat, combined with the remarkable daylight length, underscores July's reputation as the hottest month of the year.

Temperature

The highest temperatures are recorded in July, with averages reaching a high of 116.4°F (46.9°C) and a low of 88°F (31.1°C).

Rainfall

Throughout July, in Death Valley National Park, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is accumulated. During the entire year, Death Valley National Park aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:54 pm PDT.

Sunshine

June and July, with an average of 13h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Death Valley National Park.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 10 in July translates into this advice:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. One must apply and reapply generously an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen every two hours or after an outdoor workout or swim.