June weather forecast
Ponca, AR

The first month of the summer, June, is also a moderately hot month in Ponca, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 85.8°F (29.9°C).

Temperature

Ponca, Arkansas, experiences a temperature shift with the start of June, with average high-temperatures moving from 75.9°F (24.4°C) in May to a still moderately hot 85.8°F (29.9°C). An average low-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during June.

Heat index

In June, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June in Ponca is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ponca, during June, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Ponca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ponca, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 36min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is June, 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during June translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.