July weather forecast
Amherst, CO

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Weather in July

July in Amherst, Colorado, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.7°F (31.5°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

July registers as the month with the highest average temperatures, reaching 88.7°F (31.5°C) at its peak and 66°F (18.9°C) at the lowest.

Heat index

July's heat index is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout July, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.5 days and collects up to 16.14" (410mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Amherst.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Amherst is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of July in Amherst, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

July is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Amherst?

July, recognised by an average high temperature of 88.7°F (31.5°C) and a low of 66°F (18.9°C), is Amherst's warmest month.

How hot is it in Amherst in July?

The high-temperature in Amherst during July is 88.7°F (31.5°C) and the low-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Amherst?

In July, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 53%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in July?

In Amherst, in July, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Amherst?

In Amherst, Colorado, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in July in Amherst?

In July, the average day length in Amherst is 14h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in July in Amherst?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Amherst?

July and August, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Amherst, Colorado.

How long on average sun shines in July in Amherst?

In Amherst, the average sunshine duration in July is 11.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Amherst?

With an average maximum UV index of 7, July is the month with the highest UV index in Amherst.

How high is the UV index in July in Amherst?

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Amherst is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Amherst, CO

Average temperature in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average high temperature in July: 88.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in July
Amherst, CO

Average pressure in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average pressure in July: 29.9"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in July
Amherst, CO

Average wind speed in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average wind speed in July: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in July
Amherst, CO

Average humidity in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average humidity in July: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (51%).

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Average rainfall in July
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in July
Amherst, CO

Average rainfall days in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average rainfall days in July: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in July
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in July
Amherst, CO

Average snowfall days in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Amherst, CO

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in July
Amherst, CO

Average sunshine days in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average sunshine days in July: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in July
Amherst, CO

Average UV index in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in July
Amherst, CO

Average cloud cover in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average cloud cover in July: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in July
Amherst, CO

Average visibility in July - Amherst, CO
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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