June weather forecastSokponta, Benin

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is also a hot month in Sokponta, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

In June, Sokponta notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), hardly different from the preceding month. The month of June records an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) in Sokponta.

Heat index

Throughout June, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity in Sokponta is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sokponta, in June, during 22.3 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sokponta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:12 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June in Sokponta is 7.3h.

UV index

In Sokponta, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in June suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.