July weather forecast
La Retraite, Saint Lucia

As the calendar turns to July, La Retraite, Saint Lucia, experiences the peak of its wet season. Witnessing the year’s maximum rainfall in July, precisely 245mm (9.65"), it's no surprise that this month is abundantly lush. The increase in rainwater does not translate to gloom, however, as the area still enjoys ample daylight. And with the highest sea temperatures of the year, warm coastal waters invite for soothing swims. Undoubtedly, July's weather evokes a uniquely tropical ambiance in La Retraite.

Temperature

La Retraite's warmest months, May through October, record an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In La Retraite, in July, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 245mm (9.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 209 rainfall days, and 2035mm (80.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In La Retraite, the average seawater temperature in July is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: For any water activity, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and extremely satisfying for enduring periods.

Daylight

In La Retraite, the average length of the day in July is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:32 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in La Retraite, Saint Lucia, are January through September, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 12 during July, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement all key precautions. Warding off sun damage is critical. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or straight away after any outdoor workout or swim. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.