July is a hot and very rainy time for sunbathing in Maine. July is too cold for swimming in Maine for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Maine in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for July.
The average maximum temperature in Maine in July is 26°. The average maximum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average temperature in Maine in July is 21°. The average temperature ranges is 18° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Maine in July is 16°. The minimum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Maine in July are 15.1 and there are 6 hours of sunshine per day on average during July making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Maine in July is typically 9.1 during July. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Maine in July is 15.1° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Maine in July is 104.6cm and on average there are 13.5 rainy days in July making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Maine in July is 18° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 15° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Maine in July is typically 93.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.1% in the previous month and 94.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Maine in July is typically 74.9%. The average relative humidity is 75.1% in the previous month and 74.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Maine in July is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Maine in July is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Maine in July is from the South West.
