June weather forecast
Placetas, Cuba

June remains consistently warm in Placetas, a testament to the tropical summer settling in the region. This month promises an ideal blend of sunshine and cooling breezes to help mitigate soaring temperatures. Clear skies, despite increased humidity, offer optimal conditions for sunbathers and beachgoers alike. June's hallmark is its sustained daylight hours, hitting a remarkable high point at around 13.5 hours. Coupled with this, the UV index reaches a yearly high, underscoring the height of summer.

Temperature

At the onset of June, Placetas records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Placetas usually reports an average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) during the month of June.

Heat index

In June, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Placetas, the average relative humidity in June is 81%.

Rainfall

In Placetas, during June, the rain falls for 24.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 119mm (4.69") of precipitation. In Placetas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.2 days and collects up to 918mm (36.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Placetas.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 20:06 CDT.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Placetas. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during June, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.