July weather forecast
Scranton, NC

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Weather in July

July in Scranton, North Carolina, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 88.5°F (31.4°C) and 72°F (22.2°C).

Temperature

Scranton's temperatures peak on average in July, reaching 88.5°F (31.4°C) at their highest and 72°F (22.2°C) at their lowest.

Heat index

The heat index in July is appraised at a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in July is 77%.

Rainfall

In Scranton, in July, during 21.2 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Scranton.

Daylight

In Scranton, the average length of the day in July is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of July in Scranton, North Carolina, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Scranton are June and July, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Scranton, North Carolina, are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in July interprets into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Scranton?

In Scranton, July is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 88.5°F (31.4°C) and a low of 72°F (22.2°C).

How hot is July in Scranton?

During July, Scranton experiences an average high-temperature of 88.5°F (31.4°C) and a low-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in July in Scranton?

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in July is 77%.

How much does it rain in Scranton in July?

In Scranton, North Carolina, in July, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Scranton?

April through October are months without snowfall in Scranton, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in July?

In Scranton, the average day length in July is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Scranton?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:10 pm EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Scranton?

June and July, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Scranton.

How long on average sun shines in July in Scranton?

The average sunshine duration in July in Scranton, North Carolina, is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Scranton?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in July in Scranton?

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Scranton, North Carolina, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Scranton, NC

Average temperature in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average high temperature in July: 88.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 72°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in July
Scranton, NC

Average pressure in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average pressure in July: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Scranton, NC

Average wind speed in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average wind speed in July: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in July
Scranton, NC

Average humidity in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average humidity in July: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in July
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall in July: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in July
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall days in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in July: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in July
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall days in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Scranton, NC

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in July
Scranton, NC

Average sunshine days in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in July: 7.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in July
Scranton, NC

Average UV index in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in July
Scranton, NC

Average cloud cover in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in July: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in July
Scranton, NC

Average visibility in July - Scranton, NC
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

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

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