June weather forecast
Sentai, Sierra Leone

June, the first month of the summer in Sentai, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

June's average high-temperature stands at a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), showing little deviation from May's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Sentai records a slight downturn in temperature to an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during June nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in June is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity in Sentai is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sentai, Sierra Leone, in June, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 199mm (7.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Sentai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year in Sentai, Sierra Leone, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine in Sentai is 6.6h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In June, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.