June weather forecastOkiene, Congo

Weather in June

The first month of the winter, June, is still a tropical month in Okiene, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.2°C (72°F) and max 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

The beginning of June reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. In Okiene, June's nights observe an average temperature dip to an agreeable 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

For most parts of June, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Okiene, the average relative humidity in June is 64%.

Rainfall

In Okiene, in June, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 277.8 rainfall days, and 1195mm (47.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Okiene is June, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in June converts into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.