July weather forecast
Prescott, AR

July in Prescott is the epitome of the hot Arkansas summer, with the mercury soaring up to a scorching 93.6°F (34.2°C). The torrential downpours of previous months give way to relatively milder showers. Despite the intensifying heat, winds relent, bearing testament to the city's distinctive summer weather conditions. The UV Index is at an annual high, indicative of the relentless Arkansas sun. Meanwhile, an impressive 14.1 hours of daylight makes it ideal for languid summer outings.

Temperature

In Prescott, July records the highest average temperatures, peaking at 93.6°F (34.2°C) and reaching a low of 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Heat index

For July, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 118.4°F (48°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity in Prescott, Arkansas, is 71%.

Rainfall

In Prescott, Arkansas, in July, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Prescott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.9 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Prescott.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of July in Prescott, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Prescott. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in July translates into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.