July weather forecastNew Bedford, MA

July
Weather in July
July arrives with the peak of summer, bringing the highest temperatures New Bedford sees all year, reaching an average high of 78.4°F (25.8°C). It’s the brightest month in terms of actual sunlight exposure, accompanied by a high UV index. This paramount weather condition witnesses a frenzy of activity in the city, from beach outings to hosting seafood festivals. Despite the peak temperatures, the sea breeze brings relief from heat, maintaining the overall pleasant ambiance. The increase in temperature correspondingly leads to higher humidity, resulting in warm yet sometimes muggy weather conditions.Temperature
July, with average temperatures reaching a high of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low of 66.4°F (19.1°C), is the warmest month in New Bedford.Humidity
June and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in New Bedford.Rainfall
In July, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout July, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Bedford, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In New Bedford, snow does not fall in May through October.Ocean temperature
In New Bedford, the average seawater temperature in July is 66.2°F (19°C).Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 66.2°F (19°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In New Bedford, the average sunshine in July is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during July translates into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average high temperature in July: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 66.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average pressure in July: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average wind speed in July: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).
Average humidity in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average humidity in July: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average rainfall in July: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").
Average rainfall days in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average rainfall days in July: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average sea temperature in July: 66.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in July: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average sunshine days in July: 14.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in July
New Bedford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
New Bedford, MA
- Average cloud cover in July: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in July
New Bedford, MA
- 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).





