June weather forecast
Matadi, Democratic Republic of Congo

June ushers in the driest period in Matadi, with rainfall decreasing drastically to a mere 4mm. This is accompanied by a clear increase in wind speed from June onwards. The reduction in rainfall and rise in wind speed contribute to a significant decrease in humidity. Moreover, the amount of daylight remains consistent with that of May. June exhibits a drastic change from the preceding months, marking the start of the driest season.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Matadi is a still tropical 31.1°C in June, hardly different from the 31.4°C recorded in May. In June, Matadi experiences a temperature dip to an average of 19.6°C at night.

Heat index

June's mean heat index is estimated at a very hot 39°C. Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June in Matadi is 74%.

Rainfall

In Matadi, in June, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 4mm of accumulated precipitation. In Matadi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 212.4 days and collects up to 988mm of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, June has the shortest days of the year in Matadi.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of June, in Matadi, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:03 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 7.7h.

UV index

February, June, July, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In June, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.