June weather forecastHouma, LA

Weather in June

June, arriving in Houma, ushers in the summer season, in its full glory, with the mercury soaring up to 88.3°F (31.3°C). The longer sunshine hours make the days hotter, but the wind speed falls slightly, offering a slight respite from the heat. Despite being the precipitation peak of the year, the rain brings little to no relief from the sweltering heat. Clear visibility and extensive daylight hours provide ample opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities. The city remains abuzz with summer activities, brimming with energy and warmth.

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C) in June, hardly different from the 83.7°F (28.7°C) recorded in May. In June, Houma encounters an average low-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) during the night.

Heat index

The average heat index in June is appraised at a scorching 104°F (40°C). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In June, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Houma, during June, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Houma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 18.86" (479mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 0min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.9h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in June suggests the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.