A peak in precipitation defines the weather in
June in
Siguiri. Dark clouds become a frequent sight; they are the clear heralds of the rainiest month of the year. The downpour is at its heaviest this month, reaching a colossal 160mm (6.3"). Despite the torrential rains, the city manages to maintain its charm, the wet earth emitting a pleasant, earthy aroma. A sharp spike is observed in the relative humidity, making the afternoons slightly muggy.
Temperature
June in Siguiri records an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.7°C (96.3°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Despite soaring daytime temperatures, Siguiri registers a consistent average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) in June.
Heat index
For June, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 54°C (129.2°F).
Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
In Siguiri, the average relative humidity in June is 71%.
Rainfall
In Siguiri,
Guinea, during June, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation. In Siguiri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82 days and collects up to 1160mm (45.67") of precipitation.
Daylight
With an average of 12h and 48min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:04 GMT.
Sunshine
In June, the average sunshine in Siguiri, Guinea, is 7.6h.