July weather forecast
Aplahoue, Benin

July in Aplahoué continues the trend of heavy rainfall but sees a slight dip in temperatures, offering a bit of respite from the previous month's heat. The high humidity underscores the pervasive wet climate, translating into several rain-soaked days. Despite this, outdoor activities remain conceivable under the regular intervals of sunshine breaking through the cloud cover. By this time, June's intense downpour lessens to 108 millimetres spanning over 24.3 days.

Temperature

The transition into July notes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 30.8°C (87.4°F) in June. Aplahoue, in July, observes a steady average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

For July, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 83%.

Rainfall

July is the month with the most rainfall in Aplahoue. Rain falls for 24.3 days and accumulates 108mm (4.25") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Aplahoue, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of July, in Aplahoue, Benin, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:12 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Aplahoue is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Aplahoue are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt 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. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.