June weather forecastAkélé, Congo

Weather in June

June, the first month of the winter in Akélé, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 32.2°C (90°F).

Temperature

The weather during June records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.2°C (90°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. During the month of June, an average temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) is noted during the nights.

Heat index

The heat index for June is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Akélé, the average relative humidity in June is 66%.

Rainfall

In Akélé, during June, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

June has the shortest days of the year in Akélé, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:06 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in June translates into this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.