June, the first month of the summer in
Helwan, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20°C (68°F) and max 34.3°C (93.7°F).
Temperature
Helwan measures an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.3°C (93.7°F) in June, nearly consistent with the preceding month. The anticipated average low-temperature for June in Helwan, a pleasant 20°C (68°F), shows a substantial deviation from the daytime maximums.
Heat index
During June, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, 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 essentially critical for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in June is 45%.
Rainfall
In Helwan, rain does not fall in
May through
October.
Daylight
With an average of 14h and 0min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Helwan.
On the first day of June in Helwan,
Egypt, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EEST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Helwan is June, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.