July weather forecast
Oklahoma City, OK

July in Oklahoma City is generally considered the peak of summer, featuring high temperatures and significant solar radiation. With these conditions, spending time near water bodies or in air-conditioned environments becomes highly appealing to residents and tourists alike. Although intense, the climate is mitigated slightly by reduced rainfall and humidity compared to the preceding months. As temperatures soar, the city embraces summertime to the fullest extent. Significantly, July sees the highest temperatures in the year, reaching up to a scorching 93.6°F (34.2°C) or dropping to a milder 73.2°F (22.9°C).

Temperature

Oklahoma City records the warmest temperatures in July, averaging a high of 93.6°F (34.2°C) and a low of 73.2°F (22.9°C).

Heat index

July's heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 111.2°F (44°C). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 62%.

Rainfall

In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in July, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oklahoma City, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Oklahoma City are July and August, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.