July weather - Summer 2024 - New Bedford, MA

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 sea temperature 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

Amazing stonework looking over at the white Breakwater Entrance Lighthouse in the New Bedford Harbor, Massachusetts

Weather in July

July arrives with the peak of summer, bringing the highest temperatures New Bedford sees all year, reaching an average high of 78.4°F (25.8°C). It’s the brightest month in terms of actual sunlight exposure, accompanied by a high UV index. This paramount weather condition witnesses a frenzy of activity in the city, from beach outings to hosting seafood festivals. Despite the peak temperatures, the sea breeze brings relief from heat, maintaining the overall pleasant ambiance. The increase in temperature correspondingly leads to higher humidity, resulting in warm yet sometimes muggy weather conditions.

Temperature

July, with average temperatures reaching a high of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low of 66.4°F (19.1°C), is the warmest month in New Bedford.

Humidity

June and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in New Bedford.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout July, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Bedford, Massachusetts, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.2 days and collects up to 17.2" (437mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Bedford, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In New Bedford, the average seawater temperature in July is 66.2°F (19°C).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 66.2°F (19°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In New Bedford, the average sunshine in July is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during July translates into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

July, recognised by an average high temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low of 66.4°F (19.1°C), is New Bedford's warmest month.

What is the average July temperature?

New Bedford in July has an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are June and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in July in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, the average relative humidity in July is 80%.

How much does it rain in July?

In New Bedford, during July, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in July?

In July, the average ocean temperature is 66.2°F (19°C). For most, swimming in 66.2°F (19°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in July?

In New Bedford, the average day length in July is 14h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in July?

In New Bedford, the average sunshine duration in July is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in July in New Bedford?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J July A S O N D

Jun

July

Aug

Average high temperature

70.7°F 21.5°C

78.4°F 25.8°C

78.3°F 25.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.3mph 15km/h

8.8mph 14.2km/h

8.6mph 13.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.3

14.9

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in July
New Bedford, MA

Average high temperature in July: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

Average low temperature in July: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in July
New Bedford, MA

Average pressure in July: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
New Bedford, MA

Average wind speed in July: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in July
New Bedford, MA

Average humidity in July: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in July
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall in July: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in July
New Bedford, MA

Average rainfall days in July: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in July
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in July
New Bedford, MA

Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in July
New Bedford, MA

Average sea temperature in July: 66.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
New Bedford, MA

Average daylight in July: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine in July: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in July
New Bedford, MA

Average sunshine days in July: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in July
New Bedford, MA

Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
New Bedford, MA

Average cloud cover in July: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in July
New Bedford, MA

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).

July weather forecast
New Bedford, MA

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