July weather forecast
Portales, NM

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Silhouette windmill images on a small hill in Portales in NM, below the colorful yellow, orange, and grey sunset sky
Silhouette windmill images on a small hill in Portales in NM, below the colorful yellow, orange, and grey sunset sky

Weather in July

July in Portales, New Mexico experiences the highest temperatures of the year, with an average high at an intense 90.5°F (32.5°C). July's sun blazes down on the city, enhancing the thriving bustling summer atmosphere. Despite the heat, showers are still frequent, providing a much-needed relief for the summer-ripened landscapes. The city is lively and vibrant, as people take advantage of the longest daylight duration. With the city at its warmest, July is the epitome of summer in Portales.

Temperature

With July's advent, Portales sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C), subtly shifted from June's 90.7°F (32.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in July average to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Heat index

In July, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In Portales, the average relative humidity in July is 45%.

Rainfall

In Portales, in July, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Portales.

Daylight

In Portales, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of July, in Portales, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Portales, the average sunshine in July is 11.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Portales. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Portales in July?

The high-temperature, in July, in Portales, records 90.5°F (32.5°C), while the low-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Portales?

The average relative humidity in July in Portales, New Mexico, is 45%.

How much does it rain in Portales in July?

In Portales, during July, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Portales?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Portales have in July?

The average day length in July in Portales, New Mexico, is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Portales?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Portales, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in July in Portales?

In July, the average sunshine duration is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Portales?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in July in Portales?

In Portales, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Portales, NM

Average temperature in July - Portales, NM
  • Average high temperature in July: 90.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in July
Portales, NM

Average pressure in July - Portales, NM
  • Average pressure in July: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in July
Portales, NM

Average wind speed in July - Portales, NM
  • Average wind speed in July: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in July
Portales, NM

Average humidity in July - Portales, NM
  • Average humidity in July: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

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Average rainfall in July
Portales, NM

Average rainfall in July - Portales, NM
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in July
Portales, NM

Average rainfall days in July - Portales, NM
  • Average rainfall days in July: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in July
Portales, NM

Average snowfall in July - Portales, NM
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in July
Portales, NM

Average snowfall days in July - Portales, NM
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Portales, NM

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Portales, NM
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in July
Portales, NM

Average sunshine days in July - Portales, NM
  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

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Average UV index in July
Portales, NM

Average UV index in July - Portales, NM
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in July
Portales, NM

Average cloud cover in July - Portales, NM
  • Average cloud cover in July: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in July
Portales, NM

Average visibility in July - Portales, NM
  • 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).

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