June weather forecast
Pemba Island, Tanzania

June offers a significant break from the wet spell. With decreased rainfall and a drop in night-time temperatures to 21°C (69.8°F), the Island begins to dry. Despite the reduced rainfall, days continue to be bright with up to 8 hours of sunshine. The transition from the wet to dry season leaves behind a vibrant environment that's perfect for exploration and photography. The month perfectly signals the beginning of the cooler and drier half of the year on the Island.

Temperature

Pemba Island experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F) with the onset of June, reflecting the conditions of May. Throughout June, Pemba Island's nights cool down to an average of 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

In Pemba Island, in June, during 11 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 1373mm (54.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In June, the average sea temperature is 26.9°C (80.4°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, June has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June is 8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In June, the maximum UV index of 10 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety measures are in place, as skin and eyes are vulnerable to quick damage. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Frequent application of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is crucial, reapply it every two hours or immediately post swimming or outdoor exercise. Stay vigilant! UV rays get a boost in intensity due to sand and water reflections.