July weather forecast
Batuwatta East, Sri Lanka

July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Batuwatta East, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°C (77.9°F) and max 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

July is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 29.2°C (84.6°F) and as low as 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

In July, the average heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Batuwatta East, Sri Lanka.

Rainfall

In Batuwatta East, during July, the rain falls for 27.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Batuwatta East, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of July in Batuwatta East, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Batuwatta East is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Batuwatta East, Sri Lanka, are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during July, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.