July weather forecast
Fort Pierre, SD

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Weather in July

July, the heart of summer in Fort Pierre, boasts ample sunshine with more than 15 hours of daylight daily. Temperatures in July touch the highest for the year at 88.7°F (31.5°C) and minimums remaining at 67.5°F (19.7°C). Long days, clear skies, and the absence of snowfall concocts perfect weather conditions for outdoor activities and festivals. The relative humidity experiences a significant dip, hovering around 53%. Although infrequent, summer storms may occur, bringing with them gusty winds and heavy downpours.

Temperature

In Fort Pierre, July is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 88.7°F (31.5°C) and a low of 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Heat index

July's heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 53%.

Rainfall

In Fort Pierre, during July, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fort Pierre, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Fort Pierre.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 7, July is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in July translates into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest?

During the warmest month in Fort Pierre, July, temperatures average a high of 88.7°F (31.5°C) and a low of 67.5°F (19.7°C).

How hot is it in July?

During July, Fort Pierre experiences an average high-temperature of 88.7°F (31.5°C) and a low-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

The average relative humidity in July is 53%.

How much does it rain in July?

In July, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout July, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Pierre have in July?

In July, the average day length is 15h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Fort Pierre.

How long on average sun shines in July?

In July, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The month with the highest UV index is July, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in July?

In Fort Pierre, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average temperature in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average high temperature in July: 88.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 67.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average pressure in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average pressure in July: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average wind speed in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average wind speed in July: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average humidity in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average humidity in July: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average rainfall in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average rainfall days in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average rainfall days in July: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average snowfall in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average snowfall days in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average sunshine days in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average sunshine days in July: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average UV index in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average cloud cover in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • Average cloud cover in July: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in July
Fort Pierre, SD

Average visibility in July - Fort Pierre, SD
  • 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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