July weather forecast
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

July in Santiago De Los Caballeros brings forth the peak of summer. The city sees a further climb in temperatures, reaching the maximum level for the year. The humidity level dips down, and wind speeds increase further, setting a balance to the climbing heat. Rainfall decreases since last month, making outdoor activities more feasible. This month stands out due to its highest maximum wind speed, clocking 11.1km/h (6.9mph).

Temperature

On the advent of July, Santiago De Los Caballeros's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F) from June's 31°C (87.8°F). During July, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 21.4°C (70.5°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of July, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. 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. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The least humid month in Santiago De Los Caballeros is July, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, during July, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santiago De Los Caballeros, there are 208.6 rainfall days, and 628mm (24.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Santiago De Los Caballeros is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:25. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:19 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Santiago De Los Caballeros are July and August, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.