July weather forecastWest Springfield, VA

July

Weather in July

July in West Springfield, Virginia, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.5°F (20.3°C) and max 87.8°F (31°C).

Temperature

West Springfield's July weather, marked by an average high temperature of 87.8°F (31°C) and an average low temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

July's heat index is computed to be a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The least humid month is July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, in July, during 17 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Springfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in July interprets into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

July tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 87.8°F (31°C) and a low of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

An average high-temperature, in July, in West Springfield, is 87.8°F (31°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

The least humid month is July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

In July, the average relative humidity is 71%.

In West Springfield, during July, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

In West Springfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

In July, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.

In July, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in July: 87.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average pressure in July: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average wind speed in July: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average humidity in July: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average rainfall in July: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average rainfall days in July: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
West Springfield, VA

  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average sunshine days in July: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in July
West Springfield, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average cloud cover in July: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in July
West Springfield, VA

  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

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