Sierra National Forest

Sierra National Forest Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in July.

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North Fork Oakhurst Bass Lake Shaver Lake

Planning a journey to Sierra National Forest, the United States of America this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Sierra National Forest in July

Sierra National Forest, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Sierra National Forest generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with almost no precipitation. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Shaver Lake at 29°C (84°F) to very hot in Oakhurst at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Oakhurst and 15°C (59°F) in Shaver Lake. In Sierra National Forest, 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sierra National Forest, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

July is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.8 mm (0.1 in) in North Fork.

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. North Fork sees around 429 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Sierra National Forest by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sierra National Forest — and find the best time to visit. (based on North Fork)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March16°C (61°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly35°C (95°F) August34°C (93°F) September32°C (90°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sierra National Forest in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sierra National Forest.

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 Sierra National Forest

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Sierra National Forest (July)

Precipitation variation in Sierra National Forest (July)

North Fork

In July North Fork generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
413 hours
429 hours
398 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in North Fork →

Oakhurst

In July Oakhurst generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
413 hours
429 hours
398 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Oakhurst →

Bass Lake

In July Bass Lake generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
413 hours
429 hours
398 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bass Lake →

Shaver Lake

In July Shaver Lake generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
413 hours
429 hours
398 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Shaver Lake →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sierra National Forest, 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 Sierra National Forest in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
North Fork 35°C (95°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Oakhurst 36°C (97°F) 18°C (64°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Bass Lake 33°C (91°F) 17°C (63°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Shaver Lake 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 4.4 mm (0.2 in)

Sierra National Forest weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in July?

July in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America brings poor weather. In North Fork, daytime temperatures are typically around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in July?

Average temperatures in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America during July range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 35°C (95°F) in North Fork.

Does Sierra National Forest, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America. North Fork averages only about 1.8 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America due to the typically tolerable weather in North Fork.

On average, the best time to visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America is in May and October with generally perfect weather in North Fork. On the other hand, the weather in July, August and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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