Temperatures in July
It's hot in July in Rapid City with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Rapid City in July. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of July
The month of July starts in Rapid City with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-July
By mid-July, the average daytime temperature rises to around 31°C, with nights close to 17°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in Rapid City will be around 31°C, with nights close to 17°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in July
In July, there is an average of 76 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 30% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in July for Rapid City. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Rapid City in July |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 23°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 27°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 21°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
76 mm | 52 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is July a good time to visit Rapid City?
July is a great month to be in Rapid City for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Rapid City in July
With 41°C, Rapid City hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in July 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 7°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in July in Rapid City
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in July in Rapid City, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in July in Rapid City
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in July for Rapid City, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for July, you can expect around 9 days of rain in Rapid City.
Daily UV Index in July in Rapid City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July in Rapid City, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in July in Rapid City Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in July in Rapid City, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in July in Rapid City Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in July in Rapid City, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in July for Rapid City
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Average Weather in Rapid City by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rapid City. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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