June weather forecast
Barrow, AK

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Weather in June

June in Barrow, Alaska exhibits a perfect summer picture, with temperatures leaping to their highest point of the year, reaching 38.8°F (3.8°C). Many outdoor activities are at their peak as residents take in the comfortably warm weather. Summers here are decorated with lush green landscapes, nourished by the most substantial rainfall of the year. The sun plays a constant companion, barely setting and bestowing 24 hours of daylight to the city.

Temperature

The shift into June brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in May to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). The nighttime temperature demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a still cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) during June.

Humidity

The least humid month is June, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Barrow, in June, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barrow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.5 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Barrow, in June, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 125.6 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through June and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days are June, July and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

Sunshine

In June, the average sunshine is 0.6h.

UV index

April, June, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during June translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is June?

During June, Barrow experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, June is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in June?

In Barrow, the average relative humidity in June is 82%.

How many days does it rain in June?

In June, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout June, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in June?

In June, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout June, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest?

The months with the coldest seawater are January through June and December, with an average ocean temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the water temperature in June?

In June, the average ocean temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What are the months with the shortest days?

The months with the shortest days are June, July and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Barrow have in June?

The average day length in June is 0h and 0min.

How many hours of sunshine does Barrow have in June?

In June, the average sunshine duration is 0.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Barrow?

The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in June?

In Barrow, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in June
Barrow, AK

Average temperature in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average high temperature in June: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in June: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (37°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.2°F).

Average pressure in June
Barrow, AK

Average pressure in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average pressure in June: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in June
Barrow, AK

Average wind speed in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average wind speed in June: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.6mph).

Average humidity in June
Barrow, AK

Average humidity in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average humidity in June: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).

Average rainfall in June
Barrow, AK

Average rainfall in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average rainfall in June: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in June
Barrow, AK

Average rainfall days in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average rainfall days in June: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).

Average snowfall in June
Barrow, AK

Average snowfall in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average snowfall in June: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.15").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").

Average snowfall days in June
Barrow, AK

Average snowfall days in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average snowfall days in June: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

Average sea temperature in June
Barrow, AK

Average sea temperature in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average sea temperature in June: 28°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (28°F).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Barrow, AK

Average daylight in June / Average sunshine in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average daylight in June: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 0h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in June
Barrow, AK

Average sunshine days in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average sunshine days in June: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.9 days).

Average UV index in June
Barrow, AK

Average UV index in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average UV index in June: 2

The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in June
Barrow, AK

Average cloud cover in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average cloud cover in June: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in June
Barrow, AK

Average visibility in June - Barrow, AK
  • Average visibility in June: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).

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