July weather forecast
Kouroussa, Guinea

In July, Kouroussa witnesses the culmination of monsoonal vigor, receiving the year's maximum rainfall amount of 190mm (7.48"). As interspersed clouds dominate the skies with a 55% cover, they effectively shield against the sun's rays, causing a drop in UV index to 6. However, the mercury continues to recede from June, draping the city into a cooler clime. Yet, the humidity continues to rise, attaining the year's high of 84%. The vivacious showers accompanied by these less warm temperatures make July a time of flourishing greenery.

Temperature

The onset of July aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from 34°C (93.2°F) in June to a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F). The average low-temperature during July nights is a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for July is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Kouroussa, the average relative humidity in July is 84%.

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout July, 190mm (7.48") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kouroussa, Guinea, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 814mm (32.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Kouroussa is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of July, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:03 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kouroussa, the average sunshine in July is 7h.

UV index

July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kouroussa. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in July translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.