June weather forecast
Patama, Sierra Leone

The first month of the summer, June, is still a tropical month in Patama, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

Patama's average high-temperature in June is a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), indicating a subtle variation from May. An average minimum temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) marks the month of June in Patama.

Heat index

During June, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. 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.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Patama, the average relative humidity in June is 89%.

Rainfall

In Patama, Sierra Leone, in June, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 171mm (6.73") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 270.4 rainfall days, and 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Patama is June, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:04 GMT.

Sunshine

In Patama, the average sunshine in June is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in June is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In June, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.