Things to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea in July
July weather, activities, events & insider tips
July Weather in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Long-run averages for July
What's On in Carmel-by-the-Sea in July
July visitors to Carmel-by-the-Sea can attend the Carmel-by-the-Sea 4th of July Celebration on 4 July, with Independence Day falling on Monday 5 July. The month has an average high of 17°C and an average low of 12°C. July is about as warm as June and 1°C cooler than August.
July Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 17°C | 12°C | 3 mm |
| July | 17°C | 12°C | 3 mm |
| August | 18°C | 13°C | 3 mm |
July is about as warm as June; 1°C cooler than August.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Open-Meteo.
Daylight in July
Day length: 14 h 37 min on 1 July, 14 h 25 min on 15 July (−13 min compared with mid-June).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- Independence Day: Monday 5 July 2027 (3-day weekend (Sat–Mon))
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Nonprofit public aquarium in Monterey, California
Hours (OSM): Mo-Su 09:00-17:00
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Spanish mission in Carmel Valley, California
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Marine protected area in California, USA
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Carmel-by-the-Sea get in July?
On average 3 mm in July.
How warm is Carmel-by-the-Sea in July?
Average highs are 17°C and average lows 12°C.
How long are the days in Carmel-by-the-Sea in July?
About 14 h 25 min of daylight on 15 July.
Are there public holidays in Carmel-by-the-Sea in July?
Yes: Independence Day on Monday 5 July 2027. 1 of them create a long weekend.
What are some notable places to visit in Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Asilomar Conference Grounds (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
Public Holidays in July
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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