July weather forecast
Fairfield, CT

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Weather in July

July is the epitome of summer in Fairfield, Connecticut, with sunshine, heat, and longer daylight hours. The warmer weather invites people outside to enjoy the city's parks and beaches. Despite the high temperatures, cool breezes from the Long Island Sound provide respite from the heat. The weather condition witnesses the highest recorded measures of temperature, as the mercury rises to an average high of 81°F (27.2°C). As Fairfield bathes in this glorious summer, anticipation grows for the gradual cooling that August will bring.

Temperature

Fairfield, Connecticut, witnesses the warmest weather in July, with temperatures averaging a high of 81°F (27.2°C) and a low of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Heat index

During July, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in July is 74%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, during July, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 37.76" (959mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fairfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Fairfield, Connecticut, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of July, in Fairfield, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Fairfield?

With average high temperatures of 81°F (27.2°C) and lows of 68.5°F (20.3°C), July is the warmest month in Fairfield.

What is the usual temperature for Fairfield in July?

During July, Fairfield experiences an average high-temperature of 81°F (27.2°C) and a low-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Fairfield?

The average relative humidity in July in Fairfield is 74%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in July?

In Fairfield, in July, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fairfield?

May through October are months without snowfall in Fairfield.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in July?

The average day length in July in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July in Fairfield?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, Connecticut, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Fairfield?

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Fairfield.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in July?

The average sunshine duration in July in Fairfield is 10.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Fairfield?

The months with the highest UV index in Fairfield are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in July in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Fairfield, Connecticut, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Fairfield, CT

Average temperature in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average high temperature in July: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in July
Fairfield, CT

Average pressure in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average pressure in July: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Fairfield, CT

Average wind speed in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average wind speed in July: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in July
Fairfield, CT

Average humidity in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average humidity in July: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in July
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall in July: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in July
Fairfield, CT

Average rainfall days in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in July: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in July
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Fairfield, CT

Average snowfall days in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Fairfield, CT

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in July
Fairfield, CT

Average sunshine days in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in July: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in July
Fairfield, CT

Average UV index in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Fairfield, CT

Average cloud cover in July - Fairfield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in July: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in July
Fairfield, CT

Average visibility in July - Fairfield, CT
  • 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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