July weather forecastSal, Cape Verde

A man aboard a simple boat near a beach, on the clear waters of Santa Maria Island in Sal, Cape VerdeA man aboard a simple boat near a beach, on the clear waters of Santa Maria Island in Sal, Cape Verde

July

Weather in July

July witnesses Sal in its full summer splendor. A peak temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) underlines the warmest phase of the year, presenting a stark contrast to the departing June. The heat, although elevated, is balmy and complements the island's scenic vistas. The atmosphere retains minimal humidity, and the sea temperature rises to 24°C (75.2°F), extending warm invitations to beach lovers. As July hastens towards August, Sal braces for an onset of mild precipitation.

Temperature

The arrival of July brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F), subtly diverging from June's 23°C (73.4°F). During the nights of July, the average low-temperature holds at a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F).

Humidity

June and July, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sal, in July, during 4.8 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 rainfall days, and 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In July, the average sea temperature is 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: Factoring in a person's dislike for cold, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, a dip in 24°C (75.2°F) waters might be satisfying. (It is worth noting that the Olympic swimming waters are maintained between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In Sal, the average length of the day in July is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:04 -01.

Sunshine

In Sal, the average sunshine in July is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in July interprets into the following advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note! Reflective surfaces like sand and water heighten the UV radiation levels.

Frequently asked questions

In July, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.9°C (75°F) and 22.8°C (73°F) respectively.

The months with the highest humidity are June and July, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

In July, the average relative humidity is 84%.

In Sal, Cape Verde, during July, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

In July, the average sea temperature is 24°C (75.2°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24°C (75.2°F).

The average day length in July is 13h and 1min.

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:04 -01.

In Sal, the average sunshine duration in July is 7.6h.

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Sal.

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Sal is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average high temperature in July: 23.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).

Average pressure in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average pressure in July: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average wind speed in July: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).

Average humidity in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average humidity in July: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).

Average rainfall in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall in July: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

Average rainfall days in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall days in July: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

Average sea temperature in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average sea temperature in July: 24°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and May (22°C).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average daylight in July: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average sunshine days in July: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).

Average UV index in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average UV index in July: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average cloud cover in July: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in July
Sal, Cape Verde

  • Average visibility in July: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).