June weather forecast
Bwiam, The Gambia

With the advent of June, Bwiam, The Gambia, officially steps into a more tropical, wetter climate period. The major climatic change sees rainfall skyrocketing to a whopping 15mm (0.59") from mere 3mm (0.12") in May. The cloud cover thickens, decreasing the amount of direct sun available. The summer months see the humidity reaching substantial levels. Despite this, June serves as the beginning of the festive season with numerous cultural celebrations like the Muslim Eid al-Fitr marking the end of Ramadan.

Temperature

June's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.8°C (96.4°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) is recorded in Bwiam during June.

Heat index

June's average heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Bwiam, in June, during 7.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bwiam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 453mm (17.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year in Bwiam, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of June, in Bwiam, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:34 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June in Bwiam, The Gambia, is 9.6h.

UV index

January through March, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in June translates into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.