July weather forecast
Joliet, IL

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A unique shot of cars, trees, and buildings along a street in the town of Joliet, Illinois

Weather in July

July is characterized as the climax of the summer season in Joliet. Balmy temperatures are the benchmark for July, and a high of 81.3°F (27.4°C) is typically recorded, the year's hottest. Despite the heat, relative humidity remains high throughout the month. More than half the day enjoys broad daylight and the reduction in wind speed provides for calm, steady weather conditions.

Temperature

Joliet's warmest weather arrives in July, when temperatures average a high of 81.3°F (27.4°C) and a low of 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Heat index

July's heat index is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Joliet is 82%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout July, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Joliet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 9.6h.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Joliet?

Joliet's temperatures peak on average in July, reaching 81.3°F (27.4°C) at their highest and 64.8°F (18.2°C) at their lowest.

What are July temperatures?

In July, in Joliet, the average high-temperature is 81.3°F (27.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Joliet?

The average relative humidity in July is 82%.

How many days does it rain in July?

In Joliet, Illinois, in July, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Joliet.

How many hours of daylight does Joliet have in July?

In Joliet, the average day length in July is 14h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Joliet have in July?

In Joliet, the average sunshine duration in July is 9.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in July?

In Joliet, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Joliet, IL

Average temperature in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average high temperature in July: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in July
Joliet, IL

Average pressure in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average pressure in July: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Joliet, IL

Average wind speed in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average wind speed in July: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in July
Joliet, IL

Average humidity in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average humidity in July: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in July
Joliet, IL

Average rainfall in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average rainfall in July: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in July
Joliet, IL

Average rainfall days in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average rainfall days in July: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in July
Joliet, IL

Average snowfall in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Joliet, IL

Average snowfall days in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Joliet, IL

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Joliet, IL
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in July
Joliet, IL

Average sunshine days in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average sunshine days in July: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in July
Joliet, IL

Average UV index in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Joliet, IL

Average cloud cover in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average cloud cover in July: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in July
Joliet, IL

Average visibility in July - Joliet, IL
  • Average visibility in July: 5mi

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

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