June weather forecast
Sligo, Ireland

Summer arrives in full swing in June. High temperatures of 17°C (62.6°F) and lows of 8°C (46.4°F) reign over Sligo, accompanied by persistent rainfall measuring 82mm (3.23"). Extended daylight hours present opportunities for extended outdoor activities. The increase in UV index serves as a reminder of the potency of the summer sun, reminding residents and visitors to guard against excessive sun exposure. Warmed by the summer temperatures, the sea transforms into a tempting 12°C (53.6°F) offering the ideal conditions for water activities.

Temperature

The shift from May to June introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 14°C (57.2°F) to a still refreshing 17°C (62.6°F). In the month of June, the average low-temperature usually rests at a frosty 8°C (46.4°F).

Rainfall

In Sligo, Ireland, during June, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. In Sligo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247 days and collects up to 1260mm (49.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In June, the average sea temperature is 12°C (53.6°F).
Note: Dipping into 12°C (53.6°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year in Sligo, Ireland, with an average of 17h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 9:57 pm. On the last day of June, in Sligo, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 10:11 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April through June, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sligo. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during June translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.