July weather forecast
Watapuluwa, Sri Lanka

July, like June, in Watapuluwa, Sri Lanka, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

Watapuluwa marks the arrival of July with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), identical to June. An average nighttime temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) is noted during the month of July.

Heat index

The heat index in July is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Watapuluwa is 77%.

Rainfall

In Watapuluwa, during July, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation. In Watapuluwa, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Watapuluwa is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of July, in Watapuluwa, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.