July weather forecast
Deglos, Saint Lucia

July sees a continuation of the tropical rainforest climate with occasional torrential showers and high humidity. Compared to the past months, the temperature remains consistently high. A palpable spike in rainfall from 43mm (1.69") in June to 74mm (2.91") makes July the wettest month. Hence, packing an umbrella becomes essential for a trip to Deglos, Saint Lucia, during this time. With this peak in rainfall, the city glows green, pulling crowds, especially nature lovers, to witness its stunning flora.

Temperature

The introduction of July sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), hardly deviating from June. A mean low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) is anticipated during the month of July, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Heat index

Throughout July, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering 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. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. 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 the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in Deglos.

Rainfall

In Deglos, in July, during 26.5 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Deglos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.2 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Deglos is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of July in Deglos, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:32 AST.

Sunshine

In Deglos, the average sunshine in July is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In July, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.