July weather forecast
Point, Jamaica

July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Point, Jamaica, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

Point marks the arrival of July with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), hardly different from June's 29.3°C (84.7°F). In Point, July's low temperatures hover around a still moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Heat index

July's mean heat index is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Point, the average relative humidity in July is 77%.

Rainfall

In Point, in July, during 14.1 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 687mm (27.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:46 EST.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Point are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.