July weather forecastSheppards, VA
July
Weather in July
July is a hot summer month in Sheppards, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 90.3°F (32.4°C) and 67.5°F (19.7°C).Temperature
July is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 90.3°F (32.4°C) and an average low of 67.5°F (19.7°C).Heat index
In July, the average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
July is the least humid month in Sheppards, Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In July, in Sheppards, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout July, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sheppards, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 31.1" (790mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Sheppards, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Sheppards, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Sheppards.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in July leads to these guidelines:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average high temperature in July: 90.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in July: 67.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average pressure in July: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average wind speed in July: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average humidity in July: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average rainfall in July: 2.48"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average rainfall days in July: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average snowfall in July: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average snowfall days in July: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average daylight in July: 14h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in July: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average sunshine days in July: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average UV index in July: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average cloud cover in July: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in July
Sheppards, VA
- Average visibility in July: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).
