July weather forecast
Harrison, SD

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Weather in July

July is a tropical summer month in Harrison, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and an average high of 86.5°F (30.3°C).

Temperature

Harrison's July weather, with an average high temperature of 86.5°F (30.3°C) and an average low temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

The heat index for July is computed to be a torrid 95°F (35°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Harrison, the average relative humidity in July is 67%.

Rainfall

In Harrison, in July, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Harrison, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Harrison is 15h and 2min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Harrison?

July brings the highest temperatures in Harrison, with an average high of 86.5°F (30.3°C) and an average low of 65.7°F (18.7°C).

How hot does it get in July?

An average high-temperature, in July, in Harrison, is 86.5°F (30.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in July?

The average relative humidity in July is 67%.

How many days does it rain in July?

In Harrison, during July, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Harrison have in July?

In Harrison, the average day length in July is 15h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in July in Harrison?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in July?

The average sunshine duration in July is 11.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in July?

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

Average temperature in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average high temperature in July: 86.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 65.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in July
Harrison, SD

Average pressure in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average pressure in July: 29.92"Hg

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

Average wind speed in July
Harrison, SD

Average wind speed in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average wind speed in July: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in July
Harrison, SD

Average humidity in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average humidity in July: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in July
Harrison, SD

Average rainfall in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in July
Harrison, SD

Average rainfall days in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average rainfall days in July: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in July
Harrison, SD

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Harrison, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Harrison, 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: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in July
Harrison, SD

Average sunshine days in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average sunshine days in July: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Harrison, SD

Average UV index in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in July
Harrison, SD

Average cloud cover in July - Harrison, SD
  • Average cloud cover in July: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in July
Harrison, SD

Average visibility in July - Harrison, 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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