July weather forecast
Petersburg, IL

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Weather in July

July, like June, in Petersburg, Illinois, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66°F (18.9°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

Petersburg's temperatures peak on average in July, reaching 82.8°F (28.2°C) at their highest and 66°F (18.9°C) at their lowest.

Heat index

The heat index in July is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, July is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Petersburg, in July, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Petersburg.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Petersburg is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of July in Petersburg, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Petersburg is 10h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Petersburg. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in July converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Petersburg?

With average high temperatures of 82.8°F (28.2°C) and lows of 66°F (18.9°C), July is the warmest month.

How hot is July in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, in July, the average high-temperature is 82.8°F (28.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Petersburg?

The most humid month in Petersburg is July, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in July in Petersburg?

In July, the average relative humidity in Petersburg, Illinois, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in July in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Illinois, in July, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Petersburg?

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

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in July?

The average day length in July in Petersburg, Illinois, is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Petersburg?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in July in Petersburg?

The average sunshine duration in July in Petersburg is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Petersburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in July in Petersburg?

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

Average temperature in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in July: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in July
Petersburg, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Petersburg, IL

Average wind speed in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in July: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in July
Petersburg, IL

Average humidity in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average humidity in July: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in July
Petersburg, IL

Average rainfall in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in July: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in July
Petersburg, IL

Average rainfall days in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in July: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in July
Petersburg, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Petersburg, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Petersburg, IL

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in July
Petersburg, IL

Average sunshine days in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in July: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Petersburg, IL

Average UV index in July - Petersburg, IL
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Petersburg, IL

Average cloud cover in July - Petersburg, IL
  • Average cloud cover in July: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in July
Petersburg, IL

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

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

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