June weather forecastBrazzaville, Congo

Weather in June

June marks a remarkable shift in Brazzaville’s climate with a decrease in rainfall to only 11mm (0.43") spread across 7 days within the month. The city witnesses a decrease in humidity making it much less sticky than it has been for the past few months. The conditions tend to be warm with a significant amount of sunshine hours making June a favorable period weather-wise.

Temperature

Brazzaville's average high-temperature in June is a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), indicating a subtle variation from May. Brazzaville records an average temperature drop to a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F) in June.

Heat index

For most parts of June, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Brazzaville, the average relative humidity in June is 70%.

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout June, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 54min of daylight, June has the shortest days of the year in Brazzaville, Congo.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:59 WAT.

Sunshine

June, October and November, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In June, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.