June weather forecast
Alton, KS

Positioned right in the middle of the year, June treats Alton, Kansas with temperatures peaking at 88.5°F (31.4°C). This is when the city experiences a taste of summer with ample sunshine and long days. The weather takes a complete shift from December, half a year back, transiting from a frosty climate to an enjoyable warmth. The skies are clear, and the wind is soothing, promoting a breezy atmosphere. This weather encourages locals, as well as tourists to step outside and relish the sunny vibes that fill the city.

Temperature

Alton sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of June, moving from May's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a hot 88.5°F (31.4°C). Alton's nights in June cool down to an average low-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Heat index

For most parts of June, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Alton, the average relative humidity in June is 60%.

Rainfall

In June, in Alton, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout June, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alton, there are 110.3 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Alton.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 54min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of June, in Alton, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 9:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.2h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year in Alton.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Alton. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During June, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.