June weather forecastPyongyang, North Korea

The organized cityscape of Pyongyang city in North KoreaThe organized cityscape of Pyongyang city in North Korea

June

Weather in June

In June, summer officially commences in Pyongyang, signalled by clear skies and the warmest weather parameters. Highs escalate sharply to 26.7°C (80.1°F), marking the city's transition into the new season. Although the UV index reaches its peak at 8, the torrential rains accounting for 90mm (3.54") act as a therapeutic respite. Notwithstanding the recurrent showers, Pyongyang enjoys the longest daylight duration of the year, close to 14.9 hours, compensating for its temperate climate during this period.

Temperature

The start of June in Pyongyang brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F) in May to a moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F). Throughout the month of June, Pyongyang observes an average nighttime temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Rainfall

In Pyongyang, in June, during 8.7 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pyongyang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 940mm (37.01") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 54min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of June in Pyongyang, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 20:06 KST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Pyongyang are April through June, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

In June, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In June, a daily maximum UV index of 8 leads to the following instructions:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In Pyongyang, 26.7°C (80.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.5°C (61.7°F) is the average low-temperature during June.

In Pyongyang, in June, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the longest days in Pyongyang, North Korea, is June, with an average of 14h and 54min of daylight.

In June, the average day length in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 14h and 52min.

On the first day of June, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 20:06 KST.

April through June, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

In June, the average sunshine duration in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 8h.

The average daily maximum UV index in June in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in June
Pyongyang, North Korea

  • Average high temperature in June: 26.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in June: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.7°C).

Average rainfall in June
Pyongyang, North Korea

  • Average rainfall in June: 90.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (275.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).

Average rainfall days in June
Pyongyang, North Korea

  • Average rainfall days in June: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Pyongyang, North Korea

  • Average daylight in June: 14h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and June (Average sunshine: 8h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in June
Pyongyang, North Korea

  • Average UV index in June: 8

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).