July weather forecast
Bernard, LA

July, the same as June, in Bernard, Louisiana, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 91.2°F (32.9°C) and min 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Temperature

Bernard notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91.2°F (32.9°C) in July, displaying minor variation from June. Bernard anticipates an average minimum temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) in the month of July.

Heat index

Throughout July, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 116.6°F (47°C). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. 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 particularly relevant to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bernard, in July, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bernard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.7 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through August, October and November are months without snowfall in Bernard.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of July, in Bernard, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bernard, the average sunshine in July is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bernard are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.