July weather forecast
Van Buren, AR

July is the warmest month in Van Buren with temperatures reaching a climatic peak of 92.8°F (33.8°C). Even nights are quite warm, making it the hottest month of the year. Despite the intense heat, rainfall is a regular occurrence, providing much-needed respite. The expansive blue skies beckon, drawing people outside to drink in the splendor of the summers. Residents seek solace in the cooling effects of the frequent yet brief showers.

Temperature

July stands out as Van Buren's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 92.8°F (33.8°C) and a low-temperature of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Heat index

July's mean heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. 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. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout July, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Van Buren, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Van Buren, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Van Buren, Arkansas, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in July converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.