Known for intense heat and afternoon thunderstorms. Life slows down, and "porch sitting" becomes a primary social activity.

July is the hottest month for much of the U.S. and is dominated by the celebrations. This is the peak of the American "Great American Road Trip." National Parks like Yellowstone and Yosemite see their highest visitor volumes, and the air is perpetually filled with the scent of charcoal and the sound of fireworks. August: The "Dog Days"