July weather forecast
Flores Costa Cuca, Guatemala

July, like June, is another tropical summer month in Flores Costa Cuca, Guatemala, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°C (88°F) and an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of July sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), hardly diverging from June's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Flores Costa Cuca's average low-temperature is measured at an agreeable 21.4°C (70.5°F) during July.

Heat index

In July, the average heat index is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Flores Costa Cuca, in July, it is raining for 24.5 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Flores Costa Cuca, there are 222.6 rainfall days, and 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Flores Costa Cuca, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:36 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Flores Costa Cuca are February through April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.