July weather forecastAncón, Panama

Weather in July

July, the same as June, is another warm summer month in Ancón, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

July's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. July nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

For July, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

July is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 30.1 days and typically aggregates up to 269mm (10.59") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ancón, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:39 EST.

Sunshine

In Ancón, the average sunshine in July is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during July, leads to the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. 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. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.