# What will the DAT national reefer spot rate be in July 2026?

**URL:** https://www.rigload.com/markets/dat-reefer-rate-july-2026  
**Type:** Numeric forecast  
**Status:** active  
**Deadline:** 2026-08-07  
**Category:** rates  
**Current consensus:** $3.36/mi  
**Forecasts:** 11

## Description

Reefer is often the most supply-sensitive major equipment segment during produce season. July is one of the cleanest months to test whether tightening capacity and seasonal agricultural demand are enough to push national temperature-controlled pricing materially higher.

## Resolution criteria

Use the DAT national average reefer spot rate for the month of July 2026, all-in and including fuel surcharge. Use the monthly average, not a single-day reading. Round to the nearest cent. Source: DAT monthly rate reports or [DAT Trendlines](https://www.dat.com/trendlines/reefer/national-rates)

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_Rig Load — freight market forecasting. Crowd consensus is public; sign in to submit a forecast. Source: https://www.rigload.com/markets/dat-reefer-rate-july-2026_