July weather forecast
Thanthirimulla, Sri Lanka

July, like June, in Thanthirimulla, Sri Lanka, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.6°C (78.1°F) and max 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

Thanthirimulla greets July with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Thanthirimulla sustains an average of approximately a still moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F) during July nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Heat index

July's heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Thanthirimulla, during July, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 260mm (10.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 273.8 rainfall days, and 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:29 +0530.

Sunshine

In Thanthirimulla, the average sunshine in July is 7.8h.

UV index

January through April, July, September through 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during July, leads to the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.