July · United States
Best time to visit Taos in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Taos in July
Average temperature 21°C, 52 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
9.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Taos scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 21°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Taos layers a Pueblo, an adobe art colony and the Sangre de Cristo mountains above the Rio Grande.
July is one of the strongest months in Taos (2nd)
July averages 21°C (70°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 hours of daylight.
A 9.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Taos (2nd of 12); only September scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with 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 Taos in July?
- In July, Taos averages 21°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Taos?
- July earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Taos in July?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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