July weather forecast
Cañon City, CO

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Weather in July

July in Cañon City heralds the peak of summer, featuring some of the year's highest temperatures from 55.8°F (13.2°C) to 81.5°F (27.5°C). While high temperatures may encourage a siesta, the lower wind speeds create opportunities for numerous outdoor activities. Despite the heat, this month sees the highest amount of rainfall, playing a crucial role in keeping the atmosphere balanced. Longer daylight combined with a high UV index calls for ample sun protection. All in all, July is a combination of heat, rain, and plenty of sun.

Temperature

The warmest month in Cañon City, Colorado, is July, with an average high-temperature of 81.5°F (27.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in July is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

July is the month with the most rainfall in Cañon City, Colorado. Rain falls for 19.5 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Cañon City.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Cañon City is 11.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Cañon City, Colorado. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in July transforms into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Cañon City?

July is the month when Cañon City, Colorado, sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 81.5°F (27.5°C) and a low of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average July temperature in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, 81.5°F (27.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.8°F (13.2°C) is the average low-temperature during July. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, the average relative humidity in July is 49%.

What is the wettest month in Cañon City?

The month with the most rainfall in Cañon City is July, when the rain falls for 19.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cañon City in July?

In Cañon City, in July, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Cañon City have in July?

The average day length in July in Cañon City is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Cañon City?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cañon City, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in July in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in July is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cañon City?

The months with the highest UV index in Cañon City, Colorado, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in July in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Cañon City, CO

Average temperature in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average high temperature in July: 81.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in July
Cañon City, CO

Average pressure in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average pressure in July: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Cañon City, CO

Average wind speed in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average wind speed in July: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in July
Cañon City, CO

Average humidity in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average humidity in July: 49%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in July
Cañon City, CO

Average rainfall in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average rainfall in July: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in July
Cañon City, CO

Average rainfall days in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average rainfall days in July: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in July
Cañon City, CO

Average snowfall in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Cañon City, CO

Average snowfall days in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Cañon City, CO

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in July
Cañon City, CO

Average sunshine days in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average sunshine days in July: 4.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in July
Cañon City, CO

Average UV index in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average UV index in July: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Cañon City, CO

Average cloud cover in July - Cañon City, CO
  • Average cloud cover in July: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in July
Cañon City, CO

Average visibility in July - Cañon City, CO
  • 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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