Pocatello Weather in July (1981–2025)

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July at a Glance in Pocatello

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
31.1°C
Avg Low
❄️
14.8°C
Avg Temp
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23.0°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
18 mm
Avg Humidity
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37%
Avg Wind
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2.3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
7.4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+15°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny💧Dry month🍃Light winds🏜️Low humidity

Pocatello July Weather Overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Pocatello, with average highs near 31.1°C and lows around 14.8°C (mean 23°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 18 mm of rainfall and 37% relative humidity across the period.

Pocatello July Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Pocatello. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Julys in Pocatello were 2003 and 2021 — when the month averaged 26.5°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 16.3°C. Typical July days reach 31.1°C with nights near 14.8°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.7°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp21.7°C→24.9°C+3.2°C
Max Temp29.8°C→33.1°C+3.3°C
Min Temp13.7°C→16.8°C+3.1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.7°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.7°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.7°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

16.0°C–18.8°C1 yr (2%)
18.8°C–21.5°C8 yr (18%)
21.5°C–24.3°C23 yr (51%)
24.3°C–27.0°C13 yr (29%)

Pocatello July Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the drier months in Pocatello, averaging 18 mm of rainfall. The wettest July on record was 1984 with 59 mm, while the driest was 1988 at 2 mm.

Pocatello July Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Pocatello during July averages 37%. The most humid July was 1982 at 51%, and the least humid was 1988 at 24%.

Pocatello July Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

July receives about 7.4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Pocatello. The sunniest Julys were 2003, 2016 and 2020 at 8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2021 at 6.7.

Pocatello July Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Pocatello during July is 2.3 m/s. The windiest Julys were 1983 and 1986 at 2.8 m/s, while the calmest were 2006, 2017 and 2021, among others at 1.9 m/s.

What July Feels Like in Pocatello

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Cool
Morning
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Warm
Afternoon
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Mild
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How July Ranks in Pocatello

🔥1st warmest month of the year
🌵1st driest month of the year
☀️2nd sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Pocatello Weather by Month

Pocatello July Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp22.0°C21.4°C24.2°C23.3°C24.4°C+2.4°C
Avg High30.1°C29.5°C32.6°C31.4°C32.7°C+2.6°C
Avg Low13.8°C13.3°C15.8°C15.2°C16.3°C+2.5°C
Avg Rain29 mm21 mm13 mm15 mm12 mm-17 mm

Extreme July Records in Pocatello

🔥Warmest July40.0°C2002
🧊Coldest July2.9°C1986
🌧️Wettest July59 mm1984
🏜️Driest July2 mm1988
🌬️Windiest July2.8 m/s1983

Key Insights for July

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July temperatures in Pocatello have risen by about 3.2°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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July has ranged from a record low of 2.9°C (1986) to a record high of 40°C (2002).

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Rainfall in July is one of the drier months, averaging 18 mm, with a wettest year of 59 mm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Pocatello?

One of the best times to visit Pocatello

July is one of the best times to visit Pocatello. Expect days averaging 31.1°C and nights around 14.8°C (mean 23°C) — warmer than Pocatello's yearly average — with low rainfall (18 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Pocatello'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 →

Pocatello Weather in July — In Depth

☀️ July climate overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Pocatello, with average highs near 31.1°C and lows around 14.8°C (mean 23°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 18 mm of rainfall and 37% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in July

July averages 18 mm of rainfall in Pocatello, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest July on record saw 59 mm (1984), and the driest just 2 mm (1988). Humidity sits around 37% and average wind speed is 2.3 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 7.4 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 3.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 29.8°C to 33.1°C and overnight lows from 13.7°C to 16.8°C over the same span.
July Weather in Pocatello, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202532.6°C24.3°C16.1°C36.1°C11.3°C13 mm31%2.5 m/s7.5
202432.2°C24.1°C16.1°C36.7°C8.6°C12 mm39%2 m/s7.5
202332.2°C24.2°C16.2°C36.6°C10.2°C11 mm41%2 m/s7.6
202234.0°C25.6°C17.2°C38.0°C13.0°C4 mm31%2.2 m/s7.6
202134.5°C26.5°C18.5°C38.5°C15.4°C23 mm33%1.9 m/s6.7
202030.4°C21.9°C13.5°C36.8°C6.6°C11 mm40%2.3 m/s8
201931.0°C23.2°C15.4°C36.9°C10.0°C11 mm41%2.4 m/s7.2
201832.5°C24.2°C16.0°C36.1°C8.3°C4 mm36%2.2 m/s7.6
201732.5°C24.6°C16.7°C35.5°C10.4°C12 mm42%1.9 m/s7.2
201631.0°C22.6°C14.2°C36.2°C5.8°C6 mm33%2.6 m/s8
201528.2°C21.1°C13.9°C36.4°C6.2°C37 mm46%2 m/s6.9
201432.3°C24.0°C15.7°C37.0°C8.2°C13 mm35%2.4 m/s7.5
201333.4°C25.1°C16.7°C37.4°C14.3°C18 mm34%2.4 m/s7.1
201232.3°C24.3°C16.2°C37.0°C12.3°C22 mm38%2.2 m/s7
201130.5°C22.2°C14.0°C34.6°C8.1°C13 mm43%2.7 m/s7.6
201030.0°C21.6°C13.1°C35.9°C6.4°C9 mm37%2.5 m/s7.9
200929.6°C21.6°C13.7°C35.9°C7.2°C18 mm44%2 m/s7.8
200832.5°C23.7°C14.9°C36.8°C10.8°C3 mm30%2.4 m/s7.9
200734.5°C26.1°C17.7°C37.7°C14.9°C15 mm31%2 m/s7.2
200633.1°C25.0°C17.0°C37.9°C13.5°C14 mm37%1.9 m/s7.3
200531.7°C23.3°C14.9°C36.3°C7.7°C10 mm36%2.4 m/s7.9
200431.2°C22.9°C14.7°C36.8°C8.5°C24 mm38%2.2 m/s7.4
2003 🔥34.9°C26.5°C18.0°C39.4°C12.7°C4 mm25%2.2 m/s8
200233.5°C24.8°C16.0°C40.0°C11.0°C13 mm29%2.5 m/s7.5
200131.6°C23.6°C15.6°C37.6°C9.7°C17 mm32%2.4 m/s7.3
200032.9°C24.1°C15.4°C38.6°C9.7°C8 mm27%2.3 m/s7.6
199930.1°C21.6°C13.1°C35.1°C7.1°C12 mm36%2.6 m/s7.6
199831.7°C23.7°C15.6°C37.0°C12.7°C20 mm43%2 m/s7.6
199727.8°C20.1°C12.3°C34.5°C5.9°C50 mm48%2.2 m/s7.3
199631.1°C22.7°C14.4°C35.3°C9.2°C17 mm38%2.3 m/s7.7
199528.3°C20.5°C12.7°C34.8°C7.8°C17 mm45%2.7 m/s7.4
199431.6°C23.0°C14.4°C37.0°C6.3°C13 mm28%2.2 m/s7.6
1993 ❄️23.7°C16.3°C8.8°C31.7°C5.1°C38 mm46%2.7 m/s7.1
199228.6°C20.4°C12.3°C34.9°C6.1°C17 mm34%2.4 m/s7.5
199131.3°C22.9°C14.6°C35.2°C7.8°C13 mm35%2.3 m/s7.1
199031.2°C22.8°C14.4°C36.0°C9.5°C8 mm32%2.3 m/s7.6
198932.9°C24.5°C16.2°C36.6°C11.2°C8 mm30%2.2 m/s7.3
198833.0°C24.3°C15.5°C36.6°C9.0°C2 mm24%2.6 m/s7.6
198728.1°C20.4°C12.6°C34.7°C6.1°C49 mm43%2.5 m/s6.9
198627.9°C19.8°C11.7°C34.1°C2.9°C18 mm40%2.8 m/s6.8
198532.4°C24.4°C16.4°C37.1°C10.3°C32 mm35%1.9 m/s6.9
1984 🌧️29.7°C21.8°C13.8°C34.8°C7.6°C59 mm47%1.9 m/s6.9
198328.1°C19.9°C11.8°C34.6°C3.0°C43 mm45%2.8 m/s—
198227.5°C20.1°C12.7°C34.7°C5.9°C45 mm51%2.3 m/s—
198131.1°C22.4°C13.7°C36.6°C4.9°C5 mm29%2.4 m/s—

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

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Pocatello July Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Pocatello in July?▼

The average high in July is around 31.1°C with lows near 14.8°C (mean 23°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Pocatello in July?▼

July averages 18 mm of rainfall in Pocatello, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 59 mm in 1984.

What was the hottest July on record in Pocatello?▼

The hottest July reached 40°C in 2002. The coldest dipped to 2.9°C in 1986.

Has July in Pocatello 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 3.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 29.8°C to 33.1°C and overnight lows from 13.7°C to 16.8°C over the same span.

Is July a good time to visit Pocatello?▼

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Pocatello and one of the drier months, so plan for around 31.1°C daytime highs and 14.8°C at night.

Is July the coldest month in Pocatello?▼

Not quite — July is the 12th coolest month in Pocatello, averaging 23°C.

What should I pack for Pocatello in July?▼

For July in Pocatello, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 31.1°C and lows of 14.8°C.

Is Pocatello humid in July?▼

Relative humidity in July averages 37% — relatively dry.

How windy is Pocatello in July?▼

Average wind speed in July is 2.3 m/s. The windiest July on record averaged 2.8 m/s (1983).

Which July had the most rainfall in Pocatello?▼

The wettest July on record was 1984 with 59 mm. On average, July sees 18 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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Explore how the weather in Pocatello behaves each July, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for July specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.