July weather forecast
Chamen, The Gambia

July, like June, is another hot summer month in Chamen, The Gambia, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°C (91.9°F) and 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

With the transition into July, Chamen notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), closely resembling June. During July, Chamen observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of July, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. 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. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In July, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout July, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated. In Chamen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 453mm (17.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:33 GMT.

Sunshine

In Chamen, The Gambia, the average sunshine in July is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.