July weather forecastGreat Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

July
Weather in July
July witnesses the Great Smoky Mountains National Park at its warmest, fully embracing the high summer. Temperatures are at their peak with the snow being merely a memory from the first quarter of the year. The average rainfall elevates to 7.6" (193mm), the highest for the entire year, providing timely relief during the mid-summer blaze. Extended daylight hours and higher UV index further enhance the summer feel. Amidst warm temperatures and intermittent rainfall, July offers the perfect blend for various park activities.Temperature
Great Smoky Mountains National Park reaches its highest average temperatures in July, measuring 71.1°F (21.7°C) at the peak and 55°F (12.8°C) at the lowest.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of July, in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
May through July, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 10 in July leads to these recommendations:
Always be mindful of protection. The risk of damage to skin and eyes is significant if neglected. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average high temperature in July: 71°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 55°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°F).
Average rainfall in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average rainfall in July: 7.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (7.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (4.3").
Average rainfall days in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average rainfall days in July: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September, October and November (8 days).
Average snowfall in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in July: 9h
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index in July
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
- Average UV index in July: 10
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).





