Shenandoah Valley

Shenandoah Valley Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America in July.

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Planning a getaway to the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Shenandoah Valley in July

The Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in the Shenandoah Valley generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During July, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Harrisonburg. In the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Waynesboro with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Harrisonburg with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Explore the Shenandoah Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Shenandoah Valley - and find the best time to visit. (based on Harrisonburg)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May23°C (73°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Shenandoah Valley in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Shenandoah Valley.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Shenandoah Valley

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Shenandoah Valley (July)

Precipitation variation in the Shenandoah Valley (July)

Harrisonburg

In July Harrisonburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
excellent
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Winchester

In July Winchester generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
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Staunton

In July Staunton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Staunton →

Lexington

In July Lexington generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Martinsburg

In July Martinsburg generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Shenandoah Valley, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Shenandoah Valley in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Harrisonburg 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Winchester 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Staunton 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Lexington 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Martinsburg 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Front Royal 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

The Shenandoah Valley weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America in July?

the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America typically experiences mixed weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Harrisonburg average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America in July?

Average temperatures in the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America during July range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Harrisonburg.

Does the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Harrisonburg typically receives notable rainfall in July, about 109 mm (4.3 in) on average across the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America.

Is July a Good Time to Visit the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit the Shenandoah Valley, the United States of America with overall good weather in Harrisonburg. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Harrisonburg. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

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