July weather forecast
Lake Ozark, MO

July holds the record for the highest temperatures with the mercury hitting an average high of 89.4°F (31.9°C). It combines this with the longest daylight hours among all months, offering great opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. Despite high temperatures, rainfall does not significantly decline, keeping the city's surrounding nature alive and vibrant. However, the high temperature does bring down the relative humidity, providing some respite. The dynamic of high temperatures and extended daylight hours persists into August.

Temperature

Lake Ozark's temperature records reveal July as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 89.4°F (31.9°C) and lows of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in July is calculated to be a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Lake Ozark, the average relative humidity in July is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lake Ozark, during July, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Lake Ozark, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lake Ozark, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 10.4h.

UV index

June through August, 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during July leads to these advisories:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.