July weather forecastCañas, Panama

Weather in July

July, like June, in Cañas, Panama, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

July's onset sees an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Cañas experiences an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) in the month of July.

Heat index

The heat index in July is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. 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. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Cañas.

Rainfall

In Cañas, in July, it is raining for 30.1 days, with typically 277mm (10.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cañas, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:40 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Cañas is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cañas are July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in July translates into these instructions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.