June weather forecast
New Orleans, LA

June in New Orleans signifies the full onset of the sweltering summer heat. While the city copes with relative humidity around 72%, the abundance of daylight hours enhances its vibrant lifestyle. The weather drawings on average more rainfall than in the previous month, preparing a moist platform for July's weather, known to be the wettest in the year. With ample sunlight and rising temperature levels, citizens gear up to endure the prime of the summer season.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in June, the average high-temperature shifts from May's moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C) to a tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C). New Orleans, in June, observes a steady average low-temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in June is estimated at a very hot 102.2°F (39°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June in New Orleans is 72%.

Rainfall

In New Orleans, Louisiana, in June, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Orleans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Orleans, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, 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: The UV index of 7 in June translates into these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.