July weather forecast
Gagbebou, Benin

July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Gagbebou, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.8°C (71.2°F) and max 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Gagbebou, Benin, registers an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) at the commencement of July, closely related to the preceding month. Gagbebou's temperature drops to an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) during the nights of July.

Heat index

The heat index value during July is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 82%.

Rainfall

In Gagbebou, in July, it is raining for 22.8 days, with typically 99mm (3.9") of accumulated precipitation. In Gagbebou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gagbebou, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of July, in Gagbebou, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:11 WAT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine in Gagbebou is 6.9h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in July transforms into this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.