July · Alaska
Best time to visit Valdez in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Valdez in July
Average temperature 11°C, 185 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.0/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 185 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Valdez scores 7.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 11°C, 185 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Valdez sits beneath steep Chugach peaks with waterfall-lined fjords, heli-ski terrain, and Prince William Sound cruises.
July holds up well in Valdez — 2nd best month
Expect 11°C (51°F) in July. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
185 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 7.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Valdez in July?
- In July, Valdez averages 11°C, 185 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Valdez?
- July earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Valdez in July?
- Expect about 185 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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