June weather forecast
Melekeok, Palau

June flourishes with mid-year charms and diverse weather elements in Melekeok. Maintaining the warm temperature streak, the mercury shuffles barely from 28.1°C (82.6°F) to 29.1°C (84.4°F). Dramatically contrasting the lush rainfall in May, June makes a noticeable shift towards drier conditions with rainfall dwindling down to 177mm (6.97"). This mild reduction in precipitation emerges as the first sign of the impending drier season. With the longest daylight hours at 12.6, June's weather in Melekeok embraces the radiant heart of the year.

Temperature

The average high-temperature for June is a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Melekeok's temperature during June nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during June is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The least humid month in Melekeok is June, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is June, when the rain falls for 23.7 days and typically aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:21 +09.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine in Melekeok is 9.3h.

UV index

February through August, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in June translates into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.