July weather forecast
Orange Bay, Jamaica

July, like June, in Orange Bay, Jamaica, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of July presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of July.

Heat index

In July, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 76%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout July, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated. In Orange Bay, Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 236.8 days and collects up to 822mm (32.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Orange Bay is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of July in Orange Bay, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:48 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 11.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in July suggests the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.