July weather forecast
Bounda, Congo

July, like June, is another hot winter month in Bounda, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°C (91.9°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The temperatures reach their highest averages in July, with highs of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and lows of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

July's heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 57%, July is the least humid month in Bounda.

Rainfall

July is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bounda, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of July, in Bounda, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In Bounda, Congo, the average sunshine in July is 9.5h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bounda, Congo. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in July translates into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.