July weather forecast
Bandundu, Democratic Republic of Congo

As the apex of the dry season, July witnesses a substantial drop in humidity levels down to 47%. The average high temperature rises to around 35.2°C (95.4°F). The rainfall patterns reach a minimum, falling dramatically to just 7mm (0.28"). Even as sunshine hours remain consistently high, the wind speed spikes up to 6.4km/h (4mph). Hot and dry sensations are typical in July, making this month the driest stretch in the calendar.

Temperature

As June transitions into July, the average high-temperature rests at a very hot 35.2°C (95.4°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout July, Bandundu's nights cool down to an average of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The heat index in July is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 47%, July is the least humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bandundu, the average length of the day in July is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bandundu. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during July leads to these advisories:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.