July weather forecastAlta, Norway

July

Weather in July

July marks the height of summer in Alta, Norway with temperatures higher than the preceding months. Despite the warmth, the climate remains pleasant and does not reach intolerable extremes. Although the rainfall becomes more recurrent, registering an average of 44mm (1.73"), July is devoid of any snowfall. With increasing sunshine and absence of snow, tourists flock to experience the remarkable midnight sun phenomenon. A testament to summer's peak is extended daylight hours that marginally surpass those in June.

Temperature

July is the month when Alta sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 14.4°C (57.9°F) and a low of 8.7°C (47.7°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Alta are June and July, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Alta, snow does not fall in July and August.

Sea temperature

In Alta, the average seawater temperature in July is 9°C (48.2°F).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 9°C (48.2°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Alta is 3h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 02:00 and sunset at 02:00. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 01:52 and sunset at 23:14 CEST.

Sunshine

In Alta, the average sunshine in July is 1.9h.

UV index

July is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

In Alta, July records the average highest temperatures, peaking at 14.4°C (57.9°F) and reaching a low of 8.7°C (47.7°F).

The high-temperature in Alta during July is 14.4°C (57.9°F) and the low-temperature is 8.7°C (47.7°F).

June and July, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Alta.

The average relative humidity in July in Alta is 75%.

July is the month with the most rainfall in Alta. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

In Alta, during July, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

In Alta, Norway, snow does not fall in July and August.

In July, it doesn't snow. June is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Alta, Norway, the average seawater temperature in July is 9°C (48.2°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The average day length in July is 3h and 37min.

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 02:00 and sunset at 02:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 01:52 and sunset at 23:14 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in July in Alta is 1.9h.

With an average maximum UV index of 4, July is the month with the highest UV index in Alta, Norway.

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Alta is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average high temperature in July: 14.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 8.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).

Average pressure in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average pressure in July: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.5mbar).

Average wind speed in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average wind speed in July: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average humidity in July: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average rainfall in July: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

Average rainfall days in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in July: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average snowfall in July: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in July: 9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (4°C).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average daylight in July: 3h and 36min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 1h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in July: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average UV index in July: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in July: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in July
Alta, Norway

  • Average visibility in July: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (7km).