June weather forecast
Vicksburg, MS

With June’s arrival, Vicksburg begins to experience the peak summer days. It is marked by an upsurge in the city's average daily temperatures, reaching a high of 90.5°F (32.5°C). The city sees fourteen hours of daylight per day, offering a long day under the sun. However, in tune with the rising temperatures, the evenings provide no significant respite with the lowest temperatures settling around the 70s°F. Despite the month’s challenging heat, June embodies the spirit of summer with its clear skies and balmy nights.

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in June, with temperatures adjusting from a warm 83.1°F (28.4°C) in May to a tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C). Vicksburg experiences a consistent average temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) throughout the nights in June.

Heat index

June's heat index is estimated at a blistering 111.2°F (44°C). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. 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 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in June is 74%.

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout June, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Vicksburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.7 days and collects up to 38.82" (986mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Vicksburg are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during June, leads to the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.