July weather forecastWood River, IL
July
Weather in July
July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Wood River, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 85.3°F (29.6°C) and min 67.6°F (19.8°C).Temperature
Wood River experiences its highest average temperatures in July, reaching a peak of 85.3°F (29.6°C) and a minimum of 67.6°F (19.8°C).Heat index
In July, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.
Humidity
The most humid month is July, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Wood River, in July, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Wood River, Illinois, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Wood River, the average sunshine in July is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during July leads to these advisories:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Wood River, IL
- Average high temperature in July: 85.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 67.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in July
Wood River, IL
- Average pressure in July: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Wood River, IL
- Average wind speed in July: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in July
Wood River, IL
- Average humidity in July: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in July
Wood River, IL
- Average rainfall in July: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in July
Wood River, IL
- Average rainfall days in July: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in July
Wood River, IL
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Wood River, IL
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Wood River, IL
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in July: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in July
Wood River, IL
- Average sunshine days in July: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in July
Wood River, IL
- Average UV index in July: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
Wood River, IL
- Average cloud cover in July: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in July
Wood River, IL
- 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).
