June weather forecast
Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique

June ushers in the full grandeur of summer in Fort-de-France Bay. It’s a month characterized by lengthy sunshine hours and high UV index levels, indicative of the season's peak. The robust 160mm (6.3") rainfall, up from May's weather report, largely contributes to maintaining the lush verdant backdrop of the city. While the rising heat might deter some, water-based activities serve as the perfect antidote to the summer sun. Full sunshine days interspersed with brief tropical showers, make for a quintessential Caribbean summer.

Temperature

The onset of June in Fort-de-France Bay notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), subtly shifted from May's 29.8°C (85.6°F). Fort-de-France Bay registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) during June.

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout June, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 198.2 rainfall days, and 2021mm (79.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Fort-de-France Bay, the average seawater temperature in June is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:37 AST.

Sunshine

In Fort-de-France Bay, the average sunshine in June is 6.4h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in June leads to these recommendations:
Implement all necessary safeguards, unprotected skin might suffer burns rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Even on overcast days, a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after swimming or outdoor activities. Be wary! Reflections from sand and water make UV radiation more intense.