July weather forecastElk Horn, IA

July

Weather in July

July, like June, in Elk Horn, Iowa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 82°F (27.8°C).

Temperature

The highest temperatures are recorded in July, with averages reaching a high of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low of 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Heat index

For July, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In Elk Horn, the average relative humidity in July is 81%.

Rainfall

In July, in Elk Horn, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout July, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Elk Horn.

Daylight

In Elk Horn, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Elk Horn.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Elk Horn. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during July translates into the following guidance:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The highest temperatures in Elk Horn are recorded in July, with averages reaching a high of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low of 64.8°F (18.2°C).

The average high-temperature, in July, in Elk Horn, is 82°F (27.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In July, the average relative humidity is 81%.

In Elk Horn, in July, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Elk Horn, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

The average day length in July in Elk Horn is 14h and 50min.

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

In July, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

The months with the highest UV index in Elk Horn, Iowa, are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk Horn is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J July A S O N D

Jun

July

Aug

Average high temperature

79°F

82°F

79.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.1mph

7.8mph

8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

17.3

14.3

14.1

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.3

12.8

14.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average high temperature in July: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

Average low temperature in July: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average pressure in July: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average wind speed in July: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average humidity in July: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average rainfall in July: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average rainfall days in July: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average daylight in July: 14h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine in July: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average sunshine days in July: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average cloud cover in July: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in July
Elk Horn, IA

Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).