In
July,
Cheongju experiences a weather extreme with the year's highest temperatures and rainfall. This month witnesses the hottest temperatures with highs hitting 29.8°C (85.6°F). Despite this heat, the city's residents brave through thanks to the longest daylight hours and abundant rainfall of the year. Drenched yet warm, Cheongju's July paints a vibrant picture of a typical summer month.
Temperature
As
June transitions into July, the average high-temperature in Cheongju rests at a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21.8°C (71.2°F) in July.
Heat index
During July, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and 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 hold particular importance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
The most humid month is July, with an average relative humidity of 76.4%.
Rainfall
In Cheongju, in July, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 283mm (11.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.1 rainfall days, and 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In July, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 19:52. On the last day of July, in Cheongju,
South Korea, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 19:37 KST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, July has the least sunshine of the year.
UV index
The month with the highest UV index is July, with an average maximum UV index of 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 10 in July leads to these recommendations:
Be sure to take precautions. Without protection, skin might suffer damage quickly. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Even on a cloudy day, a sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF should be applied generously and frequently reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor exercise.