July weather forecastCape May, NJ
July
Weather in July
July is the midsummer month in Cape May, characterized by the highest temperatures of the year, reaching up to 79.3°F (26.3°C). The humidity does not lessen, making for some muggy and potentially uncomfortable days. Despite the high heat levels, rainfall remains significant, with a slight increase from June. Together with the warm sea temperatures, Cape May becomes a popular summer holiday destination. The shift into August sees a maintenance of these high heat levels.Temperature
July registers as the month with the highest average temperatures, reaching 79.3°F (26.3°C) at its peak and 73.4°F (23°C) at the lowest.Humidity
In Cape May, the average relative humidity in July is 80%.Rainfall
In Cape May, during July, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Cape May, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Cape May, the average seawater temperature in July is 73.4°F (23°C).Note: If you're wary of the cold, the surrounding conditions—sunshine, wind, and air temperature become crucial when swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) waters. Olympic standards, for reference, are set between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).
Daylight
In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.
Sunshine
July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in July translates into these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average high temperature in July: 79.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 73.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).
Average pressure in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average pressure in July: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average wind speed in July: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).
Average humidity in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average humidity in July: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average rainfall in July: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average rainfall days in July: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average sea temperature in July: 73°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (43°F).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in July: 10h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average sunshine days in July: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).
Average UV index in July
Cape May, NJ
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
Cape May, NJ
- Average cloud cover in July: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in July
Cape May, NJ
- 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).
