July weather forecast
Port Fourchon, LA

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Weather in July

As July checks in, Port Fourchon swelters under the peak of summer. It's a month characterized by high humidity levels, soaring temperatures, and balmy nights. Besides the conducive beach weather, July also brims with the promise of the most rainfall during the year. Despite the weather extremes, life remains as vibrant as ever in the town. Unquestionably, the month experiences the highest rainfall scale in the year, with July receiving a hefty 3.62" (92mm) on average.

Temperature

During July and August, Port Fourchon experiences its highest average temperatures, peaking at 86.9°F (30.5°C).

Heat index

July's mean heat index is evaluated at a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Port Fourchon, the average relative humidity in July is 74%.

Rainfall

In Port Fourchon, in July, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Port Fourchon, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Port Fourchon, the average length of the day in July is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Port Fourchon, the average sunshine in July is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in July leads to these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?

The highest point of temperatures falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature ascends to 86.9°F (30.5°C).

How hot is July?

The high-temperature, in July, in Port Fourchon, is 86.9°F (30.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 80.6°F (27°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

In July, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in July?

In Port Fourchon, in July, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Port Fourchon, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Port Fourchon have in July?

In July, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in July?

The average sunshine duration in July is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Port Fourchon?

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in July?

In Port Fourchon, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average temperature in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average high temperature in July: 86.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 80.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.1°F).

Average pressure in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average pressure in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average pressure in July: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average wind speed in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average wind speed in July: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average humidity in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average humidity in July: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average rainfall in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average rainfall in July: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (0.87").

Average rainfall days in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average rainfall days in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average rainfall days in July: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall days in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average snowfall days in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average daylight in July: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average sunshine days in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average sunshine days in July: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

Average UV index in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average UV index in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average cloud cover in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • Average cloud cover in July: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in July
Port Fourchon, LA

Average visibility in July - Port Fourchon, LA
  • 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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