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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Panama City Beach vs Zion / Springdale: weather in July

Zion / Springdale is the clear winner for sun in July: 75% of days historically clear versus just 9% in Panama City Beach — a 66-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Panama City Beach also sees measurably more rain than Zion / Springdale this month (71% vs 13% of days). This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific July. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Panama City Beach

FL

Clear days, July
9%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
86°F
Early July (1st–15th)
9%
Late July (16th–end)
9%
Rain frequency
71% of days
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Zion / Springdale

UT

Clear days, July
75%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
88°F
Early July (1st–15th)
85%
Late July (16th–end)
65%
Rain frequency
13% of days

Frequently asked

Is Panama City Beach or Zion / Springdale warmer in July?

Zion / Springdale runs warmer by day in July. Panama City Beach averages highs of 86°F (highs n=248 days); Zion / Springdale averages highs of 88°F (highs n=248 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Panama City Beach or Zion / Springdale in July?

Panama City Beach is measurably wetter than Zion / Springdale. Days with measurable rain: Panama City Beach 71%, Zion / Springdale 13% (n=248 and n=248 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in July, Panama City Beach or Zion / Springdale?

Zion / Springdale is the clear winner for sun in July: 75% of days historically clear versus just 9% in Panama City Beach — a 66-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Panama City Beach also sees measurably more rain than Zion / Springdale this month (71% vs 13% of days). This isn't close.

Compare Panama City Beach vs Zion / Springdale in another month

All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.