July weather forecast
Alexandria, LA

July situates itself as the month with the highest recorded temperatures, reaching a balmy 93.2°F (34°C) in Alexandria, Louisiana. Breezing through the year, this month holds the record for the highest number of sunshine hours, inviting long days by the bayou. The city's muggy summer weather ascertained by high humidity and substantial rainfall, persists throughout the month. Despite high rainfall days, July maintains a below average cloud cover percentage, allowing unobstructed sunlight to reach the ground. The weather remains relatively constant as Alexandria moves into August, continuing to showcase the classic southern summer characteristics.

Temperature

In Alexandria, July is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 93.2°F (34°C) and a low of 73°F (22.8°C).

Heat index

During July, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 120.2°F (49°C). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, Louisiana, during July, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alexandria, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Alexandria. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.