Contents
- Weather in July
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in July
- Average pressure in July
- Average wind speed in July
- Average humidity in July
- Average rainfall in July
- Average rainfall days in July
- Average snowfall in July
- Average snowfall days in July
- Average daylight in July
- Average sunshine in July
- Average sunshine days in July
- Average UV index in July
- Average cloud cover in July
- Average visibility in July
Weather in July
Temperature
July registers as the month with the highest average temperatures in Amherst, reaching 82°F (27.8°C) at its peak and 60.8°F (16°C) at the lowest.Heat index
The heat index in July is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In July, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 75%.Rainfall
In July, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout July, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Amherst, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Amherst.Daylight
In Amherst, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Amherst, Massachusetts.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Amherst are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during July translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in July
Amherst, MA
- Average high temperature in July: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 60.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in July
Amherst, MA
- Average pressure in July: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Amherst, MA
- Average wind speed in July: 5.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in July
Amherst, MA
- Average humidity in July: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in July
Amherst, MA
- Average rainfall in July: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in July
Amherst, MA
- Average rainfall days in July: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in July
Amherst, MA
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Amherst, MA
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Amherst, MA
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in July: 10h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in July
Amherst, MA
- Average sunshine days in July: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).
Average UV index in July
Amherst, MA
- 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
Amherst, MA
- Average cloud cover in July: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in July
Amherst, MA
- Average visibility in July: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
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