Sonora Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sonora, Mexico in July.

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Puerto Peñasco Hermosillo Nogales Álamos

Considering a trip to Sonora, Mexico this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Sonora in July

Sonora, Mexico is a region in Mexico. July in Sonora generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. During July, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Nogales at 33°C (91°F) and very hot in Hermosillo at 39°C (102°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Hermosillo and 19°C (66°F) in Nogales. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Sonora, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Puerto Peñasco with an average of 2.4 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Álamos with 172 mm (6.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Sonora in July

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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 Sonora

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Sonora, Mexico?

Temperature range in Sonora (July)

Precipitation variation in Sonora (July)

Puerto Peñasco

In July Puerto Peñasco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Puerto Peñasco →

Hermosillo

In July Hermosillo generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
39°C (102°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
287 hours
271 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Hermosillo →

Nogales

In July Nogales generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Nogales →

Álamos

In July Álamos generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Álamos →

San Carlos

In July San Carlos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in San Carlos →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sonora, in Mexico.

In our records: Mexico July extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Mexico brought 337 mm (13 in) in Izamal on July 24, 1977.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sonora in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Peñasco 34°C (93°F) 29°C (84°F) 2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Hermosillo 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Nogales 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Álamos 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
San Carlos 35°C (95°F) 29°C (84°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Ciudad Obregón 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Sonora weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sonora, Mexico in July?

In July, Sonora, Mexico generally has poor weather conditions. Puerto Peñasco sees daytime temperatures near 34°C (93°F), with nights cooling to roughly 29°C (84°F).

What is the average temperature in Sonora, Mexico in July?

Daytime temperatures in Puerto Peñasco peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in July, dropping to about 29°C (84°F) overnight.

Does Sonora, Mexico get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sonora, Mexico during July, with Puerto Peñasco averaging close to 2.4 mm (0.1 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Sonora, Mexico?

In our view, July might not be the best time to travel to Sonora, Mexico with often pleasant weather in Puerto Peñasco.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, November and December provide perfect weather in Puerto Peñasco. On the other hand, the weather in July, August and September tend to be poor.

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