July weather forecast
Colton, SD

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Weather in July

July, the same as June, is another warm summer month in Colton, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.9°F (27.7°C) and min 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in July, averaging 81.9°F (27.7°C) and a minimum average of 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Heat index

Throughout July, the heat index is estimated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout July, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Colton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Colton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Colton is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 9:13 pm. On the last day of July, in Colton, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Colton. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in July interprets into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Colton?

July is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 81.9°F (27.7°C) and as low as 62.2°F (16.8°C).

What is the usual temperature for Colton in July?

In July, in Colton, the average high-temperature is 81.9°F (27.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Colton?

In Colton, the average relative humidity in July is 75%.

How much does it rain in Colton in July?

In Colton, in July, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Colton?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Colton have in July?

In July, the average day length in Colton is 15h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in July in Colton?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 9:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:51 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Colton?

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Colton.

How many hours of sunshine does Colton have in July?

In Colton, the average sunshine duration in July is 10.7h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Colton are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in July in Colton?

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Colton, South Dakota, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Colton, SD

Average temperature in July - Colton, SD
  • Average high temperature in July: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 62.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in July
Colton, SD

Average pressure in July - Colton, SD
  • Average pressure in July: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in July
Colton, SD

Average wind speed in July - Colton, SD
  • Average wind speed in July: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in July
Colton, SD

Average humidity in July - Colton, SD
  • Average humidity in July: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in July
Colton, SD

Average rainfall in July - Colton, SD
  • Average rainfall in July: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in July
Colton, SD

Average rainfall days in July - Colton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in July: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in July
Colton, SD

Average snowfall in July - Colton, SD
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in July
Colton, SD

Average snowfall days in July - Colton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Colton, SD
  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in July
Colton, SD

Average sunshine days in July - Colton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in July
Colton, SD

Average UV index in July - Colton, SD
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in July
Colton, SD

Average cloud cover in July - Colton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in July: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in July
Colton, SD

Average visibility in July - Colton, 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).

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