July weather forecast
Maitama, Nigeria

July, at the heart of the wet season, continues the trend of high rainfall in Maitama. The skies remain majorly overcast impacting the daylight and sunshine durations. This month also sees the color blue of the sky less often due to the prevailing high cloud cover. However, the city records its lowest rainfall days at 27.8 and receives around 174mm (6.85") of rain, providing adequate moisture for the city's flora and fauna. The temperature predominantly remains between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

With the onset of July in Maitama, a modest change to a warm 29°C (84.2°F) from June's 31.6°C (88.9°F) is noted in high-temperature. During July, the average low-temperature is recorded at a pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in July is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 84%.

Rainfall

In Maitama, in July, during 27.8 rainfall days, 174mm (6.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maitama, there are 167.7 rainfall days, and 874mm (34.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Maitama is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of July, in Maitama, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:51 WAT.

Sunshine

In July, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in July in Maitama is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in July translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.