July weather forecastRagama, Sri Lanka

July weather forecast for Ragama, Sri Lanka: In July, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 35°C (95°F). July, like June, in Ragama, Sri Lanka, is another warm summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

July

Weather in July

July, like June, in Ragama, Sri Lanka, is another warm summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Ragama witnesses its lowest temperatures during July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

July's heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ragama, in July, it is raining for 29.8 days, with typically 256mm (10.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ragama, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29 +0530.

Sunshine

In Ragama, the average sunshine in July is 7.6h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In July, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

In Ragama, the months of July and August are known for the lowest temperatures, reaching an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

During July, Ragama experiences an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).

The months with the highest humidity are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

The average relative humidity in July is 83%.

In Ragama, Sri Lanka, in July, it is raining for 29.8 days, with typically 256mm (10.08") of accumulated precipitation.

In July, the average day length is 12h and 29min.

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29 +0530.

In July, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in July: 28.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.1°C).

Average pressure in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in July: 1008.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in July: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

Average humidity in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in July: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

Average rainfall in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in July: 256mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

Average rainfall days in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in July: 29.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average daylight in July: 12h and 30min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in July: 0.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average UV index in July: 7

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

Average cloud cover in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average cloud cover in July: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in July
Ragama, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in July: 9km

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