July weather forecast
Bentonville, AR

July incarnates the peak of summer in Bentonville, with hot, sunny days being the star of this weather show. The city greets maximum temperatures scaling up to 89.4°F (31.9°C), underscoring the core of summer. Despite the high temperature swing, Bentonville witnesses moderate rainfall, tantalizingly taking the edge off the heat, ensuring a balanced setting. Leisurely summer evenings transition into nights with a blend of warmth and coolness, making the month overall pleasant even under the scorching sun. The weather unfolds a play of brightness and balmy winds, painting quintessential summer scenes.

Temperature

In Bentonville, Arkansas, July records the highest average temperatures, peaking at 89.4°F (31.9°C) and reaching a low of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during July is evaluated at an extremely hot 105.8°F (41°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In July, in Bentonville, Arkansas, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout July, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Bentonville, Arkansas, is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of July in Bentonville, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Bentonville, Arkansas.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bentonville. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during July morphs into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.