June weather forecastPunchana, Peru

Weather in June

The first month of the winter, June, is still a warm month in Punchana, Peru, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.9°C (85.8°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

Punchana's average high-temperature in June is a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 30°C (86°F) of May. Punchana, during June, witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of June, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June is 87%.

Rainfall

In Punchana, in June, during 24.8 rainfall days, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 293.9 rainfall days, and 1530mm (60.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is June, with an average of 11h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:54 -05.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during June translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.