July weather forecast
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Weather in July

July in North Carolina is characterized by hot and humid conditions, reflecting the peak of summer in the state.

In the Coastal Plains, temperatures range from 69°F (20.6°C) to 88°F (31.1°C). Coastal cities such as Wilmington experience high humidity, and thunderstorms and convectional rainfall become prominent. The beach season is in full swing, attracting tourists to the shores.

The Piedmont Division sees temperatures from 69°F (20.6°C) to 89°F (31.7°C), with cities like Charlotte and Raleigh enduring some of the hottest and most humid conditions of the year. Thunderstorms are common, and residents often seek relief in air-conditioned environments.

The Mountain Division, including Asheville, offers slightly cooler temperatures, ranging from 59°F (15°C) to 80°F (26.7°C). Though hot, the mountains provide a milder climate compared to the rest of the state, with opportunities for hiking and other outdoor activities.

July stands as one of the hottest months in North Carolina, with heatwaves not uncommon across the state. The sharp rise in temperatures from June to July, coupled with high humidity levels, creates a sultry climate. While beachgoers revel in the coastal areas, those in the inland regions often grapple with oppressive heat. The contrasting climates of the Coastal Plains, Piedmont Division, and Mountain Division continue to shape the weather experiences in North Carolina, allowing for a range of activities and experiences throughout this summer month.

  • Charlotte - July »
    July is the least humid month in Charlotte with an average relative humidity of 69%. In Charlotte in July, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.
  • Raleigh - July »
    January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Raleigh, North Carolina. The months with the lowest humidity in Raleigh are January, March, April, June, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.
  • Greensboro - July »
    With an average high-temperature of 90°F (32.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C), July is the warmest month in Greensboro, North Carolina. July in Greensboro is a testament to a typical southeastern summer, bolstered by the high heat index.
  • Durham - July »
    With an average relative humidity of 71%, July is the least humid month in Durham, North Carolina. The month with the most sunshine in Durham, North Carolina, is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.
  • Winston-Salem - July »
    With an average relative humidity of 69%, July is the least humid month in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. July is the prime summer month in Winston-Salem, commanding the highest average temperature in the year of 89.8°F (32.1°C).
  • Fayetteville - July »
    The temperatures in Fayetteville, North Carolina, reach their highest averages in July, with highs of 89.2°F (31.8°C) and lows of 72°F (22.2°C). June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
  • Cary - July »
    With an average relative humidity of 71%, July is the least humid month in Cary. With an average relative humidity of 71%, July is the least humid month in Cary.
  • Wilmington - July »
    June and July, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Wilmington, North Carolina. June and July, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Wilmington, North Carolina.
  • High Point - July »
    The month with the most sunshine in High Point is July, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine. High Point, North Carolina, registers the average highest temperatures during July, with peaks of 90°F (32.2°C) and lows of 68.9°F (20.5°C).
  • Asheville - July »
    Summer hits its peak in Asheville during July, making it the hottest month of the year with the temperature reaching a comfortable high of 84°F (28.9°C). In July, in Asheville the rain falls for 16.5 days.
  • Concord - July »
    July, known for its average high temperature of 90.1°F (32.3°C) and an average low temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C), is the warmest month in Concord, North Carolina. The months with the lowest humidity in Concord, North Carolina, are June and July, with an average relative humidity of 70%.
  • Gastonia - July »
    The least humid month in Gastonia, North Carolina, is July, with an average relative humidity of 70%. With an average relative humidity of 70%, July is the least humid month in Gastonia.
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