July is the peak of the summer season in
Pohang, characterized by the year's highest average temperatures, rest at 28.7°C. With the mercury soaring and humidity levels peaking, it's the hottest and the wettest period of the year. It's a good time to indulge in water sports or take a dip in the sea. Despite the extreme conditions, there's a lot to enjoy in Pohang during July. Night markets, concerts, and summer festivals thrive, ensuring there’s never a dull moment.
Temperature
Pohang observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of July, adjusting from
June's 25.5°C to a still warm 28.7°C. In July, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 22°C.
Heat index
During July, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C. Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humidity
In Pohang, the average relative humidity in July is 78.7%.
Rainfall
In Pohang, in July, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 203mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pohang,
South Korea, there are 100.3 rainfall days, and 1152mm of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in July is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 19:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 19:29 KST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Pohang are July and
September, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.