Month guide · Las Vegas · United States
Las Vegas in July
What July is really like in Las Vegas: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: APK, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
July is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 40°C (104°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 14.4 hours of daylight. The hottest month, often still above 35°C after dark; midday hiking is dangerous and short monsoon storms are possible.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 40°C (104°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 14.4 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Las Vegas: days average 40°C (104°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 31 days. Compared with June (38°C (100°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 39°C (102°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:35
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:58
- Daylight
- About 14.4 hours
Spring (March–May). Warm, dry and the most comfortable season for hiking and pools, with spring break, pool-club openings and festivals bringing busy weekends.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 3 for crowds (the peak is May at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in May). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in July
- Fourth of July fireworks over the Strip (4 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Downtown
Neon Museum
Book an after-dark slot to see restored signs glowing; daytime visits need sun protection, as there is little shade.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- After dark
- Photo spot
- Art
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Viewpoint · Center Strip
High Roller
At about 167 metres, the High Roller observation wheel at The LINQ was the world's tallest when it opened in 2014.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- After dark
- Couples
- Kids
Nature · Red Rock Canyon
Red Rock Canyon
Start early to hike before the heat, carry far more water than you think you need, and stay on marked trails.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Active
- Views
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Center Strip
Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck
The half-scale Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas has an observation deck 46 storeys up, directly across the street from Bellagio's lake, which makes it one of the best places to watch the fountain shows from above.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- After dark
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 40°C, lows near 26°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Las Vegas?
A month many travellers avoid, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, March–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Las Vegas in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Las Vegas?
It is a month many travellers avoid. The hottest month, often still above 35°C after dark; midday hiking is dangerous and short monsoon storms are possible.
+How warm is Las Vegas in July?
Average highs are around 40°C (104°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Las Vegas in July?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.