July weather forecast
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Weather in July

July is the apex of summer in Wisconsin, presenting the year's warmest conditions. Northern areas experience temperatures typically from 55°F (12.8°C) to 80°F (26.7°C), while the southern part of the state sees a range from 65°F (18.3°C) to 90°F (32.2°C). When compared to June, July brings the heat to its peak, with temperatures plateauing before they start to decrease in the subsequent months.

This month holds the record for the highest temperature ever recorded in the state, a blistering 114°F (45.6°C) in Wisconsin Dells. Additionally, it is noteworthy that only 2 to 4 days cross 90°F (32.2°C) in the north, while southern regions average around 14 such days. The persistent heat calls for caution, especially during outdoor activities.

July does not skimp on precipitation either. Thunderstorms are frequent, and the state remains vulnerable to flooding. The overall rainfall is lower compared to June but still substantial, particularly in the southern and eastern portions. These areas also face increased humidity, making the heat feel more oppressive.

Daylight hours remain generous, though slightly shorter than June, offering ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits like hiking, boating, and fishing. Cities near Lake Michigan, including Milwaukee, continue to benefit from the lake's tempering effects, especially during the evenings when a refreshing breeze often sweeps through the area.

Agriculturally, July is an important month for Wisconsin farmers. The warm, sunlit days are crucial for crops like corn and soybeans, which are staple productions of the state. With the combination of long daylight hours and a climate verging on hot, July epitomizes the summer season in Wisconsin, drawing tourists and locals alike to the state's diverse range of outdoor offerings.

  • Madison - July »
    In Madison in July, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. July, recording an average high temperature of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and a low temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C), is Madison's warmest month.
  • Milwaukee - July »
    July, known for its average high temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and an average low temperature of 64°F (17.8°C), is the warmest month in Milwaukee. June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
  • Green Bay - July »
    July is when Green Bay experiences the height of summer, with temperatures soaring to an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) making it the hottest month of the year. July tends to be the warmest month in Green Bay, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).
  • Kenosha - July »
    On the last day of July, in Kenosha sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT. In Kenosha, Wisconsin, in July, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.
  • Racine - July »
    On the first day of July in Racine, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. Racine records the warmest temperatures in July, averaging a high of 75.4°F (24.1°C) and a low of 65.8°F (18.8°C).
  • Appleton - July »
    July, noted for its average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C), is considered the warmest month in Appleton, Wisconsin. In Appleton, the month of July registers the highest temperatures, averaging 78.4°F (25.8°C) at the peak and 61.2°F (16.2°C) at the lowest.
  • Waukesha - July »
    The month with the most rainfall in Waukesha is July, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Waukesha's July weather reaches an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low of 63°F (17.2°C), making it the warmest month.
  • Eau Claire - July »
    July tends to be the warmest month in Eau Claire with temperatures averaging a daily high of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low of 59.9°F (15.5°C). The month with the most sunshine in Eau Claire is July, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.
  • Oshkosh - July »
    With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. In Oshkosh, in July, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Janesville - July »
    Janesville reaches its average highest temperatures in July, measuring 79.7°F (26.5°C) at the peak and 62.4°F (16.9°C) at the lowest. July and August, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Janesville, Wisconsin.
  • West Allis - July »
    The month with the most rainfall in West Allis is July, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Equipped with the highest temperatures of the year at 77.9°F (25.5°C), July is the perfect month to experience the summers of West Allis.
  • La Crosse - July »
    In La Crosse during July, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. July is typically the warmest month of the year in La Crosse, featuring peak summer temperatures where highs average around 79.3°F (26.3°C).
Updated: May 24, 2024
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