June weather forecast
Basrah, Iraq

June in Basrah experiences torrid weather conditions, pushing the limits of summer heat with a high reaching 39.7°C (103.5°F) and no recorded rainfall. The shift from May to June clearly marks the peak of the summer season as temperatures soar skywards. Interestingly, despite the brutal heat, June also boasts the longest daylight hours. It is advisable to take measures to deal with the high ultraviolet radiation, which matches the high temperatures. During this period, locals and visitors swap outdoor activities for indoor retreats to escape the searing outdoors.

Temperature

With the start of June, Basrah measures an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 39.7°C (103.5°F), not significantly differing from May's 36.8°C (98.2°F). During June, the nighttime temperature presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Rainfall

In Basrah, rain does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of June in Basrah, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 18:55 +03.

Sunshine

June and July, with an average of 11h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In June, the maximum UV index of 12 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.