June authenticates the arrival of summer in
Mosul, synonymous with sweltering heat and minimal rainfall. The sun reigns supreme, drenching the city in sunlight for almost 15 hours daily. Nowhere is this clearer than in the spike to an average high of 39.2°C (102.6°F), a robust testament to the summer heat. A zero-rainfall pattern sets in, beginning a dry spell that extends until
September. Thus begins the dominant season of Mosul, characterized by an unrivaled UV index of 11.
Temperature
With the onset of June, Mosul's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from
May's tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F) to a sweltering 39.2°C (102.6°F). From the heights of the June heat, Mosul records a mean nighttime low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).
Rainfall
During June, Mosul regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. During the entire year, Mosul aggregates up to 364mm (14.33") of precipitation.
Daylight
The month with the longest days in Mosul is June, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 04:53 and sunset at 19:29 +03.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June and
July, with an average of 14h of sunshine.
UV index
June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index in Mosul. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 11 in June transforms into the following instructions:
Implement every essential safety step. Individuals with fair skin might receive burns in less than 5 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout.