June weather forecast
Abakaliki, Nigeria

Abakaliki, Nigeria, reaches the highest point of precipitation in June, with the city receiving an astounding 136mm (5.35") of rainfalls. The temperatures continue dropping, and the proportion of cloudy days reaches its peak. This period can be considered the peak of the wet and rainy season. This month receives the least amount of sunshine in a year due to increased cloud coverage.

Temperature

During June, the average high-temperature is a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Throughout the month of June, Abakaliki reports a steady low-temperature average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

June's mean heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June is 84%.

Rainfall

In Abakaliki, during June, the rain falls for 25.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 222.6 rainfall days, and 1261mm (49.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Abakaliki.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of June, in Abakaliki, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:45 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during June translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.