June weather forecast
Charleston, WV

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The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water
The calm Kanawha River in front of Charleston, West Virginia, reflecting the city in its water

Weather in June

June in Charleston, West Virginia, is marked by a significant surge in average high temperatures, reaching up to 82°F (27.8°C). The city experiences the combination of warmth and increased humidity, triggering frequent showers. The month marks the onset of summer, with maximum daylight hours and a high UV index. Despite the warm daytime temperatures, evenings remain cooler, offering a respite from the summer heat. June could be defined as the advent of a classic, warm, and rainy summer.

Temperature

Charleston's transition into June is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from 74.8°F (23.8°C) in May to a still warm 82°F (27.8°C). Despite the hot June days, Charleston's nights see an average temperature plunge to a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Heat index

In June, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Charleston.

Rainfall

In Charleston, during June, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Charleston, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year in Charleston, with an average of 14h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of June, in Charleston, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In June, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in June?

In Charleston, 82°F (27.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.7°F (15.4°C) is the average low-temperature during June. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in June is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in June?

In June, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in June?

In Charleston, during June, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Charleston, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in June?

In June, it doesn't snow. May is the latest month when it typically snows.

When are the longest days?

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Charleston have in June?

The average day length in June in Charleston is 14h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in June?

On the first day of June, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in June?

In June, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in June?

In Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in June
Charleston, WV

Average temperature in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average high temperature in June: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in June: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in June
Charleston, WV

Average pressure in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average pressure in June: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in June
Charleston, WV

Average wind speed in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average wind speed in June: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in June
Charleston, WV

Average humidity in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average humidity in June: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in June
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall in June: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in June
Charleston, WV

Average rainfall days in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average rainfall days in June: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in June
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall in June: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in June
Charleston, WV

Average snowfall days in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average snowfall days in June: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Charleston, WV

Average daylight in June / Average sunshine in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average daylight in June: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in June
Charleston, WV

Average sunshine days in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average sunshine days in June: 10.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in June
Charleston, WV

Average UV index in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average UV index in June: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in June
Charleston, WV

Average cloud cover in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average cloud cover in June: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in June
Charleston, WV

Average visibility in June - Charleston, WV
  • Average visibility in June: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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