June weather forecast
Patama, Sierra Leone

June, the first month of the summer in Patama, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.1°C (86.2°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

Patama's shift from May to June is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), a slight deviation from 32.7°C (90.9°F). Patama encounters a steady low-temperature average of 22°C (71.6°F) throughout the month of June.

Heat index

The heat index for June is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Patama, during June, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 171mm (6.73") of precipitation. In Patama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.4 days and collects up to 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 36min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Patama.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of June, in Patama, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:04 GMT.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Patama, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during June translates into these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.