July weather forecast
Alexandria, LA

July situates itself as the month with the highest recorded temperatures, reaching a balmy 93.2°F (34°C) in Alexandria, Louisiana. Breezing through the year, this month holds the record for the highest number of sunshine hours, inviting long days by the bayou. The city's muggy summer weather ascertained by high humidity and substantial rainfall, persists throughout the month. Despite high rainfall days, July maintains a below average cloud cover percentage, allowing unobstructed sunlight to reach the ground. The weather remains relatively constant as Alexandria moves into August, continuing to showcase the classic southern summer characteristics.

Temperature

The warmest period is July, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 93.2°F (34°C) and a low of 73°F (22.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during July is estimated at a burning hot 120.2°F (49°C). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Alexandria, the average relative humidity in July is 75%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout July, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Alexandria.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.