July weather forecast
Orugodawatta, Sri Lanka

July, like June, in Orugodawatta, Sri Lanka, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

July and August are known as Orugodawatta's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for July is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Orugodawatta, Sri Lanka.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout July, 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Orugodawatta, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:29 +0530.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine in Orugodawatta, Sri Lanka, is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Orugodawatta are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability 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:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.