July weather forecast
Dolton, SD

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Weather in July

July, like June, in Dolton, South Dakota, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 82.6°F (28.1°C).

Temperature

July stands out as Dolton's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 82.6°F (28.1°C) and a low of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Heat index

In July, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In Dolton, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in July is 74%.

Rainfall

In July, in Dolton, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout July, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dolton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Dolton.

Daylight

In Dolton, the average length of the day in July is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 9:14 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In July, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?

July, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 82.6°F (28.1°C) and a low of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

How hot is July?

July temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 82.6°F (28.1°C) and a low-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

The average relative humidity in July is 74%.

How much does it rain in July?

In July, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout July, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dolton?

In Dolton, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in July?

The average day length in July is 15h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 9:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Dolton have in July?

In Dolton, the average sunshine duration in July is 10.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in July?

In Dolton, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Dolton, SD

Average temperature in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average high temperature in July: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in July
Dolton, SD

Average pressure in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average pressure in July: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Dolton, SD

Average wind speed in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average wind speed in July: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in July
Dolton, SD

Average humidity in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average humidity in July: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in July
Dolton, SD

Average rainfall in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average rainfall in July: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in July
Dolton, SD

Average rainfall days in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in July: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in July
Dolton, SD

Average snowfall in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Dolton, SD

Average snowfall days in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Dolton, SD

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in July
Dolton, SD

Average sunshine days in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in July: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in July
Dolton, SD

Average UV index in July - Dolton, SD
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Dolton, SD

Average cloud cover in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in July: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in July
Dolton, SD

Average visibility in July - Dolton, SD
  • Average visibility in July: 6mi

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

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