June weather forecast
Kasafoni, Sierra Leone

June continues along the trajectory of May, remaining entrenched within the wet season. Rainfall remains high with rising humidity levels, and the city of Kasafoni witnesses certain days with reduced visibility due to precipitation. Interestingly, the average daylight hours peak in June at 12.7 hours, giving the city the longest daylight hours of the year. Despite the increased precipitation and decreased sunshine hours, life moves along unhindered, with the city's residents familiar with the rhythm of the rains.

Temperature

The arrival of June correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from May's tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F) to a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F). The average temperature during June nights dips to an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of June, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Kasafoni, in June, it is raining for 28 days, with typically 146mm (5.75") of accumulated precipitation. In Kasafoni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.8 days and collects up to 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 36min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Kasafoni.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:09 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kasafoni, the average sunshine in June is 5.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Kasafoni. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in June transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.