July weather forecastPonchatoula, LA
July
Weather in July
July, like June, is another hot summer month in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 74.1°F (23.4°C) and an average high of 91.9°F (33.3°C).Temperature
In Ponchatoula, July is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 91.9°F (33.3°C) and a low of 74.1°F (23.4°C).Heat index
The heat index for July is evaluated at a blazing hot 118.4°F (48°C). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in July is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ponchatoula, snow does not fall in February through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in July in Ponchatoula is 13h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in July is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 7 during July translates into the following guidance:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average high temperature in July: 91.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 74.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).
Average pressure in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average pressure in July: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average wind speed in July: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average humidity in July: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average rainfall in July: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average rainfall days in July: 20.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Ponchatoula, 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: 10h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average sunshine days in July: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average UV index in July: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average cloud cover in July: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in July
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average visibility in July: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, July and September (5mi).
