June weather forecast
Zanaga, Congo

June marks the beginning of the dry season in Zanaga. The cooler weather is characterized by more sunshine and significantly lower humidity than May. Clear skies enhance visibility, and higher wind speeds of 5.1km/h (3.2mph) provide a welcome relief from the heat. Rainfall reduces drastically from 157mm (6.18") in May to 13mm (0.51") in June, making it one of the driest months of the year.

Temperature

With the onset of June, Zanaga's average high-temperature clocks in at a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. The mean low-temperature during June nights is a comfortable 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for June is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Zanaga, in June, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Zanaga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 266.8 days and collects up to 1778mm (70") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is June, with an average of 12h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in June transforms into this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.