Whitehorse Weather in July (1981–2025)

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July at a Glance in Whitehorse

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
15.3°C
Avg Low
❄️
5.6°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
10.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
70 mm
Avg Humidity
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76%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5.2
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+14.7°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Whitehorse July Weather Overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Whitehorse, with average highs near 15.3°C and lows around 5.6°C (mean 10.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 70 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

Whitehorse July Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Whitehorse. Across 45 years of records, the warmest July in Whitehorse was 2023 — when the month averaged 13.3°C — while the coldest was 2008 at 7.9°C. Typical July days reach 15.3°C with nights near 5.6°C. The long-term July temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp10.0°C→11.3°C+1.3°C
Max Temp15.2°C→15.9°C+0.7°C
Min Temp4.8°C→6.7°C+1.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Max Temp0°C/decade →
Min Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

7.0°C–8.8°C2 yr (4%)
8.8°C–10.5°C19 yr (42%)
10.5°C–12.3°C21 yr (47%)
12.3°C–14.0°C3 yr (7%)

Whitehorse July Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

July is a relatively wet time of year in Whitehorse, averaging 70 mm of rainfall. The wettest July on record was 2014 with 137 mm, while the driest was 2009 at 28 mm.

Whitehorse July Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Whitehorse during July averages 76%. The most humid July was 2014 at 82%, and the least humid was 1982 at 70%.

Whitehorse July Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

July receives about 5.2 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Whitehorse. The sunniest Julys were 2003, 2009 and 2021 at 5.6 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2019 at 4.5.

Whitehorse July Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Whitehorse during July is 1.2 m/s. The windiest July was 2010 at 1.5 m/s, while the calmest were 2023 and 2025 at 1 m/s.

What July Feels Like in Whitehorse

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How July Ranks in Whitehorse

🔥1st warmest month of the year
🌧️1st wettest month of the year
☀️3rd sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Whitehorse Weather by Month

Whitehorse July Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp10.4°C10.5°C10.3°C10.4°C11.0°C+0.6°C
Avg High15.4°C15.4°C15.1°C15.1°C15.5°C+0.1°C
Avg Low5.3°C5.5°C5.4°C5.7°C6.4°C+1.1°C
Avg Rain63 mm68 mm65 mm79 mm73 mm+10 mm

Extreme July Records in Whitehorse

🔥Warmest July27.0°C2009
🧊Coldest July-1.2°C2008
🌧️Wettest July137 mm2014
🏜️Driest July28 mm2009
🌬️Windiest July1.5 m/s2010

Key Insights for July

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July temperatures in Whitehorse have risen by about 1.3°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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July has ranged from a record low of -1.2°C (2008) to a record high of 27°C (2009).

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Rainfall in July is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 70 mm, with a wettest year of 137 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0°C per decade while lows rose 0.3°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Whitehorse?

One of the best times to visit Whitehorse

July is one of the best times to visit Whitehorse. Expect days averaging 15.3°C and nights around 5.6°C (mean 10.5°C) — warmer than Whitehorse's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (70 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Whitehorse's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Whitehorse Weather in July — In Depth

☀️ July climate overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Whitehorse, with average highs near 15.3°C and lows around 5.6°C (mean 10.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 70 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in July

July averages 70 mm of rainfall in Whitehorse, a relatively wet time of year compared with the rest of the year. The wettest July on record saw 137 mm (2014), and the driest just 28 mm (2009). Humidity sits around 76% and average wind speed is 1.2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5.2 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How July has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average July temperatures have risen by about 1.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 15.2°C to 15.9°C and overnight lows from 4.8°C to 6.7°C over the same span.
July Weather in Whitehorse, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202515.7°C11.3°C6.8°C21.2°C1.7°C84 mm78%1 m/s4.8
202415.2°C10.7°C6.2°C21.6°C2.7°C100 mm80%1.4 m/s4.8
2023 🔥18.2°C13.3°C8.4°C25.4°C3.2°C53 mm76%1 m/s5.3
202214.8°C10.8°C6.7°C22.5°C0.9°C79 mm82%1.3 m/s4.7
202115.8°C10.6°C5.5°C22.2°C1.3°C38 mm77%1.2 m/s5.6
202013.4°C9.1°C4.8°C22.2°C1.1°C85 mm82%1.2 m/s5
201916.6°C12.1°C7.7°C21.2°C4.0°C86 mm79%1.1 m/s4.5
201816.6°C11.7°C6.8°C23.3°C2.0°C39 mm74%1.3 m/s5.4
201714.5°C9.8°C5.1°C20.5°C1.9°C108 mm79%1.3 m/s4.8
201615.7°C11.3°C7.0°C20.5°C4.3°C89 mm78%1.2 m/s4.8
201514.1°C9.7°C5.3°C22.0°C1.2°C92 mm79%1.3 m/s4.8
2014 🌧️14.3°C9.9°C5.5°C18.7°C3.0°C137 mm82%1.2 m/s4.9
201315.7°C11.0°C6.3°C22.4°C1.8°C97 mm76%1.2 m/s5.3
201214.0°C9.1°C4.1°C20.7°C-0.7°C58 mm77%1.4 m/s5.3
201114.6°C9.8°C5.1°C21.6°C0.0°C52 mm74%1.1 m/s5.1
201014.9°C9.6°C4.2°C20.0°C1.1°C35 mm74%1.5 m/s5.5
200917.9°C12.5°C7.0°C27.0°C2.4°C28 mm70%1.2 m/s5.6
2008 ❄️12.4°C7.9°C3.4°C18.6°C-1.2°C86 mm80%1.4 m/s4.8
200714.6°C10.1°C5.6°C18.1°C1.1°C95 mm80%1.2 m/s5.1
200615.5°C10.5°C5.5°C20.2°C2.5°C59 mm76%1.1 m/s5.3
200514.1°C9.5°C4.9°C17.8°C1.3°C59 mm76%1.2 m/s5.3
200417.0°C12.1°C7.2°C22.3°C3.7°C47 mm72%1.2 m/s5
200316.5°C11.3°C6.2°C22.3°C2.7°C57 mm74%1.4 m/s5.6
200215.0°C9.9°C4.7°C20.0°C0.8°C71 mm73%1.4 m/s5.3
200114.1°C9.5°C5.0°C22.4°C1.7°C78 mm80%1.3 m/s4.9
200013.9°C9.2°C4.6°C19.3°C1.5°C70 mm80%1.3 m/s5.2
199915.3°C10.0°C4.8°C22.0°C0.4°C46 mm72%1.3 m/s5.3
199815.8°C10.6°C5.3°C24.4°C2.5°C45 mm70%1.2 m/s5.3
199715.4°C10.7°C6.1°C19.5°C2.6°C101 mm77%1.1 m/s5
199615.9°C10.7°C5.5°C22.6°C0.4°C43 mm71%1.3 m/s5.5
199515.7°C10.8°C5.8°C20.3°C2.4°C61 mm73%1.3 m/s5.3
199416.4°C11.2°C6.1°C23.0°C1.4°C79 mm72%1.2 m/s5.5
199315.3°C10.7°C6.2°C20.5°C2.7°C84 mm77%1.1 m/s5.3
199214.4°C9.7°C5.0°C21.1°C1.1°C69 mm79%1.2 m/s5.4
199113.4°C8.9°C4.4°C17.7°C1.8°C103 mm79%1.3 m/s4.9
199016.1°C11.2°C6.3°C23.2°C0.9°C50 mm72%1.2 m/s5.3
198917.4°C12.6°C7.8°C22.4°C3.0°C72 mm72%1.1 m/s5.2
198813.8°C9.0°C4.2°C19.8°C0.7°C120 mm80%1.2 m/s4.9
198716.1°C11.1°C6.1°C21.2°C1.7°C47 mm76%1.1 m/s5.4
198615.5°C10.5°C5.6°C21.9°C1.7°C95 mm77%1.2 m/s5.3
198515.2°C10.1°C5.0°C19.0°C1.2°C37 mm74%1.3 m/s5.5
198413.8°C8.7°C3.5°C18.0°C0.0°C32 mm74%1.2 m/s5.5
198314.7°C9.8°C5.0°C18.2°C-0.3°C79 mm75%1.2 m/s—
198216.7°C11.2°C5.6°C24.8°C1.7°C32 mm70%1.2 m/s—
198115.6°C10.2°C4.9°C21.4°C0.2°C48 mm76%1.3 m/s—

Actual recorded July data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

Whitehorse July Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Whitehorse in July?▼

The average high in July is around 15.3°C with lows near 5.6°C (mean 10.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Whitehorse in July?▼

July averages 70 mm of rainfall in Whitehorse, a relatively wet time of year. The wettest on record was 137 mm in 2014.

What was the hottest July on record in Whitehorse?▼

The hottest July reached 27°C in 2009. The coldest dipped to -1.2°C in 2008.

Has July in Whitehorse gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average July temperatures have risen by about 1.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 15.2°C to 15.9°C and overnight lows from 4.8°C to 6.7°C over the same span.

Is July a good time to visit Whitehorse?▼

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Whitehorse and a relatively wet time of year, so plan for around 15.3°C daytime highs and 5.6°C at night.

Is July the coldest month in Whitehorse?▼

Not quite — July is the 12th coolest month in Whitehorse, averaging 10.5°C.

What should I pack for Whitehorse in July?▼

For July in Whitehorse, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 15.3°C and lows of 5.6°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Whitehorse humid in July?▼

Relative humidity in July averages 76% — quite humid.

How windy is Whitehorse in July?▼

Average wind speed in July is 1.2 m/s. The windiest July on record averaged 1.5 m/s (2010).

Which July had the most rainfall in Whitehorse?▼

The wettest July on record was 2014 with 137 mm. On average, July sees 70 mm.

Where does this July weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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