July weather forecastDakar, Gabon

Weather in July

July, like June, is a hot winter month in Dakar, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

The transition from June to July brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), barely different from June's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Dakar, during the month of July, experiences an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

For July, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Dakar is 76%.

Rainfall

July is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of July, in Dakar, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine in Dakar, Gabon, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in July translates into these instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.