July weather forecast
Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

July arrives with a pattern similar to June’s in Anuradhapura maintaining the pleasantness of the summer. Even though the temperatures remain high, the readings are pretty consistent throughout the month. Rainfall sees a slight increase to 25mm (0.98"), subtly hinting towards the south-west monsoon that this region of Sri Lanka experiences. The city’s tropical weather maintains its course, characterized by warmth and high humidity. As July gives way to August, the humidity levels start to show signs of a steady increase.

Temperature

The transition into July in Anuradhapura shows a subtle variation to a still hot 33°C (91.4°F) from June's 32.8°C (91°F) in the average high-temperature. Anuradhapura cools down to an average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) throughout the month of July.

Heat index

Throughout July, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to 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.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Anuradhapura are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Anuradhapura, in July, during 10.4 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 199.1 rainfall days, and 893mm (35.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Anuradhapura, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:29 +0530.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May and July, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in July interprets into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.