July weather forecast
El Cristo, Panama

July, like June, in El Cristo, Panama, is another warm summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and an average high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

The shift from June to July is characterized by an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), not significantly different from the 30.2°C (86.4°F) of June. An average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is common during the nights of July.

Heat index

The average heat index in July is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. 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 particularly relevant to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In El Cristo, Panama, during July, the rain falls for 30.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 277mm (10.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:43 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 7.2h.

UV index

July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in July translates into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.