June weather forecast
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory

June interprets a continuation in the upsurge of rains with a 295mm (11.61") tally, the maximum yearly precipitation in Diego Garcia. Although the rains dominate, temperature measurements persist without major shifts, securely establishing the island's unfailing tropical climate. Even with the surge in rainfall, the UV index remains relatively high at 10. As the weather shifts into its wettest phase, June lays claim to the most rainfall-heavy month in Diego Garcia, asserting the monsoon's dominance.

Temperature

The months of March through November see the lowest levels of Diego Garcia's temperatures, averaging a high of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory, during June, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 295mm (11.61") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 2213mm (87.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

June through September, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Diego Garcia.
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is perceived as agreeably warm, making all water activities enjoyable without the risk of discomfort over lengthy durations.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is June, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of June, in Diego Garcia, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:05 +06.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are June and September, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In June, the UV index of 10 transforms into the following advice:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. A sunscreen with at least SPF 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.