July weather forecastPana, Gabon

Weather in July

July, the same as June, in Pana, Gabon, is another tropical winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The start of July sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), showing little difference from June's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during July.

Heat index

The heat index for July is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity in Pana, Gabon, is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically collects 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pana, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In Pana, Gabon, the average sunshine in July is 8.7h.

UV index

January and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pana. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.