July weather forecast
Ridgefield, CT

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Weather in July

The heart of summer beats loudest in July when Ridgefield basks in distinctly warm weather. The extended hours of sunshine reach their yearly maximum, lighting up the town for an average of 15.1 hours per day. Being the warmest month, July sees plenty of people relish the sun while enjoying the outdoors. However, this period sees its fair share of rainfall, reaching 1.57" (40mm). Surprisingly, the rhythm of rain showers serves to refresh the atmosphere, never allowing the mid-year point to get too hot to bear.

Temperature

July, with an average high of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low of 64.2°F (17.9°C), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

In July, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. 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.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Ridgefield is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?

In Ridgefield, July records the average highest temperatures, peaking at 82°F (27.8°C) and reaching a low of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

What is the average July temperature in Ridgefield?

During July, Ridgefield experiences an average high-temperature of 82°F (27.8°C) and a low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

In Ridgefield, the average relative humidity in July is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in July?

In Ridgefield, in July, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ridgefield?

In Ridgefield, snow does not fall in May through September.

What is the average length of the day in July?

In Ridgefield, the average day length in July is 14h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Ridgefield?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm EDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in July?

The average sunshine duration in July is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in July?

In Ridgefield, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average temperature in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average high temperature in July: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 64.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average pressure in July - Ridgefield, 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
Ridgefield, CT

Average wind speed in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average wind speed in July: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average humidity in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average humidity in July: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average rainfall in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average rainfall days in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average rainfall days in July: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in July
Ridgefield, CT

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Ridgefield, CT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Ridgefield, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average sunshine days in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Ridgefield, CT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average cloud cover in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average cloud cover in July: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in July
Ridgefield, CT

Average visibility in July - Ridgefield, CT
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (5mi).

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