July weather forecastTankirou, Cameroon

Weather in July

July, like June, is another hot summer month in Tankirou, Cameroon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.4°C (92.1°F) and an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

With the beginning of July, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F) in June to a hot 33.4°C (92.1°F). An average low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) is observed during the July nights.

Heat index

During July, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Tankirou, in July, it is raining for 20.4 days, with typically 89mm (3.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tankirou, there are 95.7 rainfall days, and 400mm (15.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tankirou, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in July leads to these guidelines:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.