July weather forecastEssex, IA

July

Weather in July

July, like June, in Essex, Iowa, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 84°F (28.9°C) and an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

July, with an average high of 84°F (28.9°C) and a low of 66.7°F (19.3°C), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

July's heat index is estimated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Essex, during July, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Essex, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July has the most sunshine of the year in Essex, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during July translates into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

July, with average temperatures reaching a high of 84°F (28.9°C) and a low of 66.7°F (19.3°C), is the warmest month.

An average high-temperature, in July, in Essex, is 84°F (28.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

January and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

In Essex, the average relative humidity in July is 79%.

In Essex, in July, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through September are months without snowfall.

The average day length in July is 14h and 46min.

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Essex.

In Essex, the average sunshine duration in July is 10.5h.

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in July is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

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

Jun

July

Aug

Average high temperature

81.9°F

84°F

82.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.7mph

7.2mph

7.4mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

15.8

13.5

12.8

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.8

14.5

15.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in July
Essex, IA

Average high temperature in July: 84°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

Average low temperature in July: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in July
Essex, IA

Average pressure in July: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Essex, IA

Average wind speed in July: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in July
Essex, IA

Average humidity in July: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in July
Essex, IA

Average rainfall in July: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in July
Essex, IA

Average rainfall days in July: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in July
Essex, IA

Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Essex, IA

Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Essex, 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 18min).

Average sunshine in July: 10h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in July
Essex, IA

Average sunshine days in July: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in July
Essex, IA

Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Essex, IA

Average cloud cover in July: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in July
Essex, IA

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).