July weather forecast
Takoma Park, MD

July signifies the peak of summer in Takoma Park. The weather is at its hottest, reaching 87.4°F (30.8°C), with the lowest temperature still a warm 69.6°F (20.9°C). The UV index is also at its highest, cautioning residents to take precautionary measures against harmful sun rays. Despite the heat, there is a decrease in humidity and rainfall days, making for hot and dry conditions. July offers people the longest sunshine hours of the year.

Temperature

July, with average temperatures reaching a high of 87.4°F (30.8°C) and a low of 69.6°F (20.9°C), is the warmest month.

Heat index

July's heat index is estimated at a torrid 98.6°F (37°C). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

July is the least humid month in Takoma Park, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout July, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Takoma Park, Maryland.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Takoma Park is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Takoma Park. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In July, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.