July weather forecastElton, LA

July

Weather in July

July, like June, is a hot summer month in Elton, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.1°F (32.3°C) and min 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Temperature

In Elton, July records the highest average temperatures, peaking at 90.1°F (32.3°C) and reaching a low of 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Heat index

July's heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 113°F (45°C). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 80%.

Rainfall

In Elton, Louisiana, in July, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elton, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in July translates into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The temperatures reach their highest averages in July, with highs of 90.1°F (32.3°C) and lows of 73.8°F (23.2°C).

In Elton, 90.1°F (32.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 73.8°F (23.2°C) is the average low-temperature during July. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 113°F (45°C).

In July, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Elton, in July, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

February through December are months without snowfall.

The average day length in July is 13h and 53min.

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

In Elton, the average sunshine duration in July is 9.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Elton, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Elton, LA

  • Average high temperature in July: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 73.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in July
Elton, LA

  • Average pressure in July: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Elton, LA

  • Average wind speed in July: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in July
Elton, LA

  • Average humidity in July: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in July
Elton, LA

  • Average rainfall in July: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in July
Elton, LA

  • Average rainfall days in July: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in July
Elton, LA

  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Elton, LA

  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Elton, LA

  • Average daylight in July: 13h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in July
Elton, LA

  • Average sunshine days in July: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

Average UV index in July
Elton, LA

  • Average UV index in July: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in July
Elton, LA

  • Average cloud cover in July: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in July
Elton, LA

  • Average visibility in July: 5mi

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