Santa Monica in July
Great time to visit
July delivers peak Santa Monica with perfect beach weather and maximum crowds. You'll pay premium prices and fight for space, but the energy is electric and the weather rarely disappoints.
Weather
July offers the most consistent sunshine with marine layer appearing less frequently. Temperatures stay comfortable due to ocean breezes, rarely feeling oppressively hot. Rain is virtually nonexistent throughout the month.
25°C high18°C low0 rain days
Crowds & Cost
peak crowds
~$320/day average
Events & Festivals
- •4th of July fireworks at Santa Monica Pier
- •Twilight Concerts series
- •Santa Monica Farmers Market summer events
July Tips
- •Book everything months in advance - hotels, restaurants, activities
- •Arrive at beach by 9am for decent parking spots
- •Expect 30-minute waits at popular restaurants even with reservations
All Months
Santa Monica Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
7/10
Families
9/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
6/10
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