Contents
- Weather in July
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in July
- Average pressure in July
- Average wind speed in July
- Average humidity in July
- Average rainfall in July
- Average rainfall days in July
- Average snowfall in July
- Average snowfall days in July
- Average daylight in July
- Average sunshine in July
- Average sunshine days in July
- Average UV index in July
- Average cloud cover in July
- Average visibility in July
Weather in July
Temperature
July is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 84.7°F (29.3°C) and as low as 63.3°F (17.4°C).Heat index
July's mean heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Rapid City, the average relative humidity in July is 52%.Rainfall
In July, in Rapid City, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout July, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Rapid City, snow does not fall in June through August.Daylight
The average length of the day in July in Rapid City is 15h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of July, in Rapid City, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In July, the average sunshine is 11.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average high temperature in July: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 63.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).
Average pressure in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average pressure in July: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average wind speed in July: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average humidity in July: 52%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).
Average rainfall in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average rainfall in July: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average rainfall days in July: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Rapid City, 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: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in July: 11h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average sunshine days in July: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in July
Rapid City, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
Rapid City, SD
- Average cloud cover in July: 18
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in July
Rapid City, SD
- 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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