June weather forecastAwaka, Nigeria

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is still a hot month in Awaka, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The shift into June reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), closely mirroring May's climate. Awaka's nights in June cool down to an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of June, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. 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. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Awaka, in June, it is raining for 27.1 days, with typically 183mm (7.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Awaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.9 days and collects up to 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 12h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In June, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during June leads to these advisories:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.