July weather forecast
Santa Cruz, NM

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Weather in July

July, like June, in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.6°F (14.2°C) and max 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

July temperatures tend to peak at an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and dip to a low of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Heat index

For most parts of July, the heat index is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Santa Cruz, the average relative humidity in July is 46%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Santa Cruz is July, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Santa Cruz, the average sunshine in July is 11.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Santa Cruz?

July is the warmest month in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, with an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Is it hot in Santa Cruz during July?

In July, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Santa Cruz are 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in July is 46%.

What is the wettest month in Santa Cruz?

July is the month with the most rainfall in Santa Cruz. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in July in Santa Cruz?

In July, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout July, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Santa Cruz?

June through September are months without snowfall in Santa Cruz.

What is the average length of the day in July in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, the average day length in July is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in July in Santa Cruz?

On the first day of July in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in July in Santa Cruz?

In July, the average sunshine duration in Santa Cruz is 11.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz?

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz, New Mexico.

What is the UV index reading in July in Santa Cruz?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Cruz is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average temperature in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

Average pressure in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average pressure in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average pressure in July: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average wind speed in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average wind speed in July: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average humidity in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average humidity in July: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average rainfall in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average rainfall days in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average rainfall days in July: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average snowfall in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average snowfall days in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average sunshine days in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average sunshine days in July: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average UV index in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average cloud cover in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • Average cloud cover in July: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in July
Santa Cruz, NM

Average visibility in July - Santa Cruz, NM
  • 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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