July weather forecastAlpena, SD

July

Weather in July

July, like June, in Alpena, South Dakota, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.2°F (17.9°C) and max 85.6°F (29.8°C).

Temperature

In Alpena, temperatures reach their average annual highs in July, measuring 85.6°F (29.8°C) and a minimum average of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

July's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Alpena, the average relative humidity in July is 66%.

Rainfall

In Alpena, in July, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Alpena, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Alpena is 15h and 7min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.2h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Alpena. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Alpena reaches its average highest temperatures in July, measuring 85.6°F (29.8°C) at the peak and 64.2°F (17.9°C) at the lowest.

The high-temperature during July is 85.6°F (29.8°C) and the low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

The average relative humidity in July is 66%.

In Alpena, during July, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

May through September are months without snowfall.

In Alpena, the average day length in July is 15h and 7min.

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

In Alpena, the average sunshine duration in July is 11.2h.

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In July, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average high temperature in July: 85.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average pressure in July: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average wind speed in July: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average humidity in July: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average rainfall in July: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average rainfall days in July: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average sunshine days in July: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Alpena, SD

  • 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average cloud cover in July: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in July
Alpena, SD

  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

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