July weather forecast
Pechilal, Guinea-Bissau

July, like June, is a hot summer month in Pechilal, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

Pechilal marks the onset of July with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), a subtle shift from June's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Throughout July, an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is expected.

Heat index

The average heat index in July is computed to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In July, in Pechilal, the rain falls for 22.3 days. Throughout July, 199mm (7.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pechilal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 677mm (26.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of July in Pechilal, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:30 GMT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine in Pechilal, Guinea-Bissau, is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pechilal, Guinea-Bissau, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.