July weather forecast
Rockaway, NJ

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Weather in July

July, like June, in Rockaway, New Jersey, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 64°F (17.8°C) respectively, July is Rockaway's warmest month.

Heat index

July's average heat index is estimated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Rockaway is 77%.

Rainfall

July is the month with the most rainfall in Rockaway. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rockaway, New Jersey, snow does not fall in June through September.

Ocean temperature

In Rockaway, in July, the average water temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C).
Note: Imagine a swim in 72.1°F (22.3°C) waters. How you'd feel depends on your cold sensitivity, the sun's rays, the caress of the wind, and the warmth enveloping you. Comparatively, Olympic swimmers train in waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).

Daylight

In Rockaway, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Rockaway is July, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Rockaway?

Rockaway's warmest weather arrives in July, when temperatures average a high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low of 64°F (17.8°C).

How hot is July in Rockaway?

During July, Rockaway experiences an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Rockaway?

In July, the average relative humidity in Rockaway, New Jersey, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Rockaway?

July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in July in Rockaway?

In Rockaway, New Jersey, in July, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rockaway?

In Rockaway, New Jersey, snow does not fall in June through September.

How warm is the water in July in Rockaway?

In July, the average ocean temperature in Rockaway is 72.1°F (22.3°C). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 73.4°F (23°C) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 72.1°F (22.3°C).

What is the average length of the day in July in Rockaway?

In July, the average day length is 14h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July in Rockaway?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockaway, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Rockaway?

The month with the most sunshine in Rockaway is July, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockaway have in July?

In July, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Rockaway?

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rockaway, New Jersey.

What is the UV index intensity in July in Rockaway?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average temperature in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average high temperature in July: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average pressure in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average pressure in July: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average wind speed in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average wind speed in July: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average humidity in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average humidity in July: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average rainfall in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average rainfall in July: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average rainfall days in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in July: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average snowfall in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average snowfall days in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average sea temperature in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in July: 72°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.3°F).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average sunshine days in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in July: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average UV index in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average cloud cover in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in July: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in July
Rockaway, NJ

Average visibility in July - Rockaway, NJ
  • Average visibility in July: 5mi

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

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