July weather forecastAlembe, Gabon

Weather in July

In July, Alembe experiences its driest month of the year, receiving a scanty 10mm (0.39") of rainfall in comparison to previous months. The temperatures also witness a significant drop with the lower temperature plummeting to about 20.8°C (69.4°F). It's worth noting that the longer sunshine hours make it a relatively pleasant month. Namely, the number of sunny days increases significantly providing a golden opportunity for various outdoor activities. Therefore, despite the humidity levels, July can be considered a comfortable month in terms of weather conditions.

Temperature

The ushering in of July in Alembe brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), closely mirroring the 30.1°C (86.2°F) of June. July in Alembe is noted for a mean low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

For most parts of July, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity in Alembe is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Alembe is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In Alembe, the average sunshine in July is 6.7h.

UV index

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during July, leads to the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.