June weather forecast
Florence, AL

June avows the arrival of summer in Florence with temperatures soaring to 86.9°F (30.5°C), and is one of the hottest months of the year. Compared to May, the temperature climbs rapidly, maintaining a steady nicety. Coinciding with the summer solstice, June is the month with the most prolonged daylight hours. Despite the sweltering heat, the charm of Florence never fades, being illuminated gloriously with an enormous amount of sunshine. Known for bright sunny days and long daylight hours, June in Florence is sweltering yet bright.

Temperature

June's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from May's moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a hot 86.9°F (30.5°C). Florence's nighttime temperature in June drops to an average of 67.1°F (19.5°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in June is evaluated at a very hot 100.4°F (38°C). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June is 75%.

Rainfall

In Florence, during June, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Florence, Alabama, there are 178.6 rainfall days, and 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Florence.

Daylight

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of June, in Florence, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are June and July, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Florence. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in June translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.