July weather forecast
Kottakkal, India

July, like June, in Kottakkal, India, is another warm rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Kottakkal's July weather, with an average high temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and an average low temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Heat index

During July, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Kottakkal, India.

Rainfall

In Kottakkal, India, in July, during 17.6 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 464mm (18.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Kottakkal is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of July, in Kottakkal, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:50 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kottakkal are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.