June in
Valencia ushers in the much-anticipated summer, with soaring temperatures and long spans of daylight. A stark reduction in rainfall marks the transition into the drier months. Extended sunshine hours and elevated UV indexes become the norm, making it a great period for planning outdoor festivities. Swimming becomes more appealing as sea temperatures rise to a comfortable 22.6°C (72.7°F), the highest so far this year. As the parched landscapes of Valencia bask under the sun, narrower spans of rainfall provide a respite from the typically humid conditions in June.
Temperature
As Valencia enters June, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the 23.4°C (74.1°F) of
May to a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F). In June, Valencia records an average nighttime temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F).
Rainfall
In Valencia, in June, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 46 rainfall days, and 475mm (18.7") of precipitation is accumulated.
Sea temperature
In June, the average sea temperature in Valencia is 22.6°C (72.7°F).
Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 22.6°C (72.7°F) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
With an average of 14h and 54min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Valencia.
On the first day of June in Valencia, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 21:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 21:32 CEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in June is 9.2h.
UV index
June and
July, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in June converts into the following recommendations:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Always apply a 30 SPF or higher sunscreen if you plan on being in direct sunlight for long, especially if you burn quickly. Stay vigilant! UV rays get a boost in intensity due to sand and water reflections.