July weather forecast
Balata, Saint Lucia

July, like June, in Balata, Saint Lucia, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

The introduction of July sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), hardly deviating from June. Throughout July nights, Balata records a consistent low-temperature averaging a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

In July, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Balata, Saint Lucia, are May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Balata, in July, it is raining for 26.5 days, with typically 74mm (2.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.2 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Balata, Saint Lucia, is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:32 AST.

Sunshine

In Balata, the average sunshine in July is 9.3h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Balata. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during July translates into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.