July weather forecast
Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, California, is in the thick of summer in July, mirroring climatic elements typical of this season. Despite the high temperatures and remarkable daylight duration, Los Angeles registers the lowest cloud coverage of 8% in July. This leads to clear, sunny skies for most days, making heat protective measures essential. The wind speed in July lessens slightly, settling at an average of 5mph, thereby hardly providing any respite from the heat. Consequently, July carries the signature of the peak summer months in Los Angeles with predominantly clear skies and lesser winds.

Temperature

Los Angeles transitions into July recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.7°F, closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Throughout July, an average low-temperature of 63.7°F is expected.

Heat index

During July, the heat index is computed to be 84.2°F. Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity in Los Angeles is 61%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout July, 0.2" of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Los Angeles, there are 44.6 rainfall days, and 8.11" of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Los Angeles is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:55 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Los Angeles are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in July interprets into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.