June weather forecastBlom, Guinea-Bissau

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is still a hot month in Blom, Guinea-Bissau, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Entering June, Blom's average high-temperature reads a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. In the month of June, Blom experiences an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

June's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June in Blom is 68%.

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout June, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Blom is June, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of June in Blom, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:31 GMT.

Sunshine

In Blom, the average sunshine in June is 9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Blom, Guinea-Bissau, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In June, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.