July weather forecast
Gouloua, Cameroon

July, the same as June, in Gouloua, Cameroon, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.9°C (76.8°F) and max 33.4°C (92.1°F).

Temperature

The shift from June to July includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a very hot 37°C (98.6°F) to a tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F). Throughout July, Gouloua's nights cool down to an average of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

During July, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout July, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gouloua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.7 days and collects up to 400mm (15.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gouloua, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine in Gouloua is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in July translates into these instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.