July weather forecast
Pussella, Sri Lanka

July, the same as June, in Pussella, Sri Lanka, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

In July, the average high-temperature registers at a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), nearly identical to June's 31°C (87.8°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during July.

Heat index

For July, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Pussella, the average relative humidity in July is 73%.

Rainfall

In Pussella, in July, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 217.7 rainfall days, and 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:27 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 10.4h.

UV index

March 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in July interprets into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.