June weather forecastChongqing, China

Weather in June

June sees a continuation of the sultry temperatures with the advent of the hot season. The city is at its busiest, with a buzz that matches the climate. This time of the year, known for its high levels of relative humidity, reaches a peak of 72%. The increase in temperature, the abundant rainfall, and the luxuriant greenery collaborate to give a tropical, humid feel to Chongqing. This weather encourages indoor activities, such as museum visits and shopping in the bustling city center.

Temperature

Chongqing marks the start of June with an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from May's 27.9°C (82.2°F). An average minimum temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) is recorded during the month of June.

Heat index

The average heat index in June is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The most humid month is June, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Chongqing, in June, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 87mm (3.43") of accumulated precipitation. In Chongqing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.3 days and collects up to 571mm (22.48") of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year in Chongqing, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:49. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:58 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 8h.

UV index

In June, the average daily maximum UV index in Chongqing is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In June, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.