July weather forecastSims, ND

July

Weather in July

July, like June, in Sims, North Dakota, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 83.5°F (28.6°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is July, with temperatures averaging a high of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and a low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in July is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for 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 July, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout July, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sims, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.3 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sims, North Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Sims, the average length of the day in July is 15h and 25min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July has the most sunshine of the year in Sims, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, July is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during July translates into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Sims's warmest month, July, registers temperatures that range from a high of 83.5°F (28.6°C) to a low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

In July, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sims are 83.5°F (28.6°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

In July, the average relative humidity in Sims is 59%.

In Sims, during July, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

June through September are months without snowfall in Sims.

The average day length in July in Sims, North Dakota, is 15h and 25min.

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 9:18 pm CDT.

With an average of 11.3h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Sims, North Dakota.

In Sims, the average sunshine duration in July is 11.3h.

July is the month with the highest UV index in Sims, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Sims is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Sims, ND

  • Average high temperature in July: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in July
Sims, ND

  • Average pressure in July: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Sims, ND

  • Average wind speed in July: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in July
Sims, ND

  • Average humidity in July: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in July
Sims, ND

  • Average rainfall in July: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in July
Sims, ND

  • Average rainfall days in July: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in July
Sims, ND

  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Sims, ND

  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Sims, ND

  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in July
Sims, ND

  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in July
Sims, ND

  • Average UV index in July: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Sims, ND

  • Average cloud cover in July: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in July
Sims, ND

  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).