July weather forecast
Salem, AL

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Weather in July

July, the same as June, in Salem, Alabama, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 91°F (32.8°C) and min 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

Salem, Alabama, experiences its highest temperatures in July, with an average peak of 91°F (32.8°C) and a low of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index for July is estimated at a scorching 111.2°F (44°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. 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 73%.

Rainfall

In Salem, during July, the rain falls for 22.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salem, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in July is 10.6h.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Salem. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during July translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?

In Salem, temperatures reach their average annual highs in July, measuring 91°F (32.8°C) and a minimum average of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

How hot is it in July?

The average high-temperature, in July, in Salem, is 91°F (32.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 111.2°F (44°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in July is 73%.

How many days does it rain in July?

In Salem, in July, it is raining for 22.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Salem, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in July?

In July, the average day length is 14h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in July in Salem?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in July?

The average sunshine duration in July is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in July?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Salem, AL

Average temperature in July - Salem, AL
  • Average high temperature in July: 91°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 71.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in July
Salem, AL

Average pressure in July - Salem, AL
  • Average pressure in July: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Salem, AL

Average wind speed in July - Salem, AL
  • Average wind speed in July: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in July
Salem, AL

Average humidity in July - Salem, AL
  • Average humidity in July: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in July
Salem, AL

Average rainfall in July - Salem, AL
  • Average rainfall in July: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in July
Salem, AL

Average rainfall days in July - Salem, AL
  • Average rainfall days in July: 22.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in July
Salem, AL

Average snowfall in July - Salem, AL
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Salem, AL

Average snowfall days in July - Salem, AL
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Salem, AL

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Salem, AL
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in July
Salem, AL

Average sunshine days in July - Salem, AL
  • Average sunshine days in July: 6.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in July
Salem, AL

Average UV index in July - Salem, AL
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in July
Salem, AL

Average cloud cover in July - Salem, AL
  • Average cloud cover in July: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in July
Salem, AL

Average visibility in July - Salem, AL
  • 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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