July weather forecast
Kataragama, Sri Lanka

July

Weather in July

July, the same as June, in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

Kataragama in July witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), indicating a slight variation from June's 30.6°C (87.1°F). Kataragama documents a consistent average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) at night during July.

Heat index

Throughout July, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The least humid month in Kataragama is July, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

July is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kataragama, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:23 +0530.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in July transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is July?
The average high-temperature, in July, in Kataragama, is 30.7°C (87.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).
What is the least humid month?
July is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
What is the average humidity in July?
In July, the average relative humidity is 74%.
What is the driest month?
July is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in July?
In Kataragama, during July, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in July?
The average day length in July is 12h and 27min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in July?
In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:23 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Kataragama have in July?
In July, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in July?
In Kataragama, Sri Lanka, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in July: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°C).

Average pressure in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in July: 1008.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in July: 26.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in July: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in July: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (182mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (16mm).

Average rainfall days in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in July: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.6 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in July: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in July: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.6 days).

Average UV index in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in July: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in July: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in July
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in July: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

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