July weather forecast
Wake Forest, NC

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Weather in July

July represents the height of summer in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Although the temperatures are high, they take a slight dip moving into August. With the hottest month comes the highest temperature average, reaching a peak high of 89.4°F (31.9°C). The residents of Wake Forest work around the intense heat by indulging in cool, indoor activities or escaping to the nearby beaches. After the peak in July, temperatures start to decrease gradually as August begins.

Temperature

July, noted for its average high-temperature of 89.4°F (31.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C), is considered the warmest month.

Heat index

July's average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

April, June and July, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Wake Forest, during July, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wake Forest, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Wake Forest, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In July, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In July, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?

Wake Forest's warmest month, July, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 89.4°F (31.9°C) to a low of 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Is it hot during July?

The high-temperature, in July, in Wake Forest, records 89.4°F (31.9°C), while the low-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the least humid month?

April, June and July, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Wake Forest.

What is the average humidity in July?

In July, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in July?

In Wake Forest, in July, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Wake Forest, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in July?

In Wake Forest, the average day length in July is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in July?

In July, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

How high is the UV index in July?

The average daily maximum UV index in July is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average temperature in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average high temperature in July: 89.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average pressure in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • 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
Wake Forest, NC

Average wind speed in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average wind speed in July: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average humidity in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average humidity in July: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (73%).

Average rainfall in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average rainfall in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average rainfall in July: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average rainfall days in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average rainfall days in July: 17.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average snowfall in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average snowfall days in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average sunshine days in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average sunshine days in July: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average UV index in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average cloud cover in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • Average cloud cover in July: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in July
Wake Forest, NC

Average visibility in July - Wake Forest, NC
  • 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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