July weather forecast
West Miami, FL

July, the same as June, in West Miami, Florida, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 81.3°F (27.4°C) and max 87.8°F (31°C).

Temperature

July reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 87.8°F (31°C), slightly varied from June's 86.5°F (30.3°C). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, West Miami notes an average low temperature of 81.3°F (27.4°C) in the month of July.

Heat index

In July, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 100.4°F (38°C). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity in West Miami, Florida, is 71%.

Rainfall

In West Miami, in July, during 17 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Miami, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 10.55" (268mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of July in West Miami, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in West Miami are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.