July weather forecastHickory, KY
July
Weather in July
July in Hickory, Kentucky, is a tropical summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 88°F (31.1°C) and an average low of 69.8°F (21°C).Temperature
July, marked by an average high-temperature of 88°F (31.1°C) and a low-temperature of 69.8°F (21°C), is the warmest month.Heat index
July's average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 104°F (40°C). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In July, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Hickory, during July, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in July is 14h and 23min.On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in July is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in July converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Hickory, KY
- Average high temperature in July: 88°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 69.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in July
Hickory, KY
- Average pressure in July: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Hickory, KY
- Average wind speed in July: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).
Average humidity in July
Hickory, KY
- Average humidity in July: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in July
Hickory, KY
- Average rainfall in July: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in July
Hickory, KY
- Average rainfall days in July: 19 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall in July
Hickory, KY
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Hickory, KY
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Hickory, KY
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in July: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in July
Hickory, KY
- Average sunshine days in July: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in July
Hickory, KY
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
Hickory, KY
- Average cloud cover in July: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in July
Hickory, KY
- 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).
