June weather forecast
Baghdad, Iraq

The pinnacle of summer is reached in June in Baghdad, Iraq, with temperatures continuing to rise. June sees the temperature climb to a scorching high of 41°C (105.8°F), the city's highest average temperature for the year. Extended sunshine hours coupled with the highest UV index of the year, makes it advisable for residents to take protective measures against the powerful sun rays. June also continues the trend of zero rainfall, maintaining the dry arid weather patterns. The intense heat of June persists in the subsequent month, keeping the city hot and parched.

Temperature

Baghdad's transition into June brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a torrid 36°C (96.8°F) in May to a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). The average low-temperature reading in June for Baghdad reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at a warm 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Baghdad is June, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of June in Baghdad, sunrise is at 04:53 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 19:16 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are June and July, with an average of 14h of sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index in Baghdad. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 11 in June leads to these recommendations:
Practice every precaution of necessity, unprotected skin and eyes might burn in minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Apply generously and frequently a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or immediately after swimming or any outdoor exercise.