June weather forecast
Thursday Island, Australia

June, the first month of the winter in Thursday Island, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

In June, Thursday Island notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), hardly different from the preceding month. In June, the temperature in Thursday Island drops to an average of 23.4°C (74.1°F) at night.

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout June, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Thursday Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 1716mm (67.56") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Thursday Island, in June, the average water temperature is 26.1°C (79°F).
Note: For activities in the water such as swimming or diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal for prolonged enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 30min of daylight, June has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:20 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Thursday Island, the average sunshine in June is 7h.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In June, the maximum UV index of 9 transforms into these recommendations:
Always stay safe. Unprotected skin and eyes can get damaged rapidly. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Regardless of cloud cover, it's recommended to apply generously and reapply often a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, especially after swimming or any outdoor activity. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.