June weather forecast
Maitama, Nigeria

June brings with it the peak monsoon season in Maitama, where rain showers become even more prominent. The city cools down, and the landscapes are greener making it perfect for enjoying the outdoors. The overall cloud percentage further spikes, while the daily sunshine hours reduce. Relative humidity at 77% also further adds to the wet conditions of this month. The prevalent temperature between 22.8°C (73°F) and 31.6°C (88.9°F) complements the rainy conditions perfectly.

Temperature

June's onset in Maitama records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), a near match to May's 34.2°C (93.6°F). Throughout the month of June, Maitama sees a steady low-temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during June is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Maitama, during June, the rain falls for 21.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. In Maitama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.7 days and collects up to 874mm (34.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year in Maitama, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in June is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In June, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.