Armagh Observatory reports that June was warmer and somewhat sunnier than average.
The mean monthly temperature was 15.5 degrees Celsius (59.9 degrees Fahrenheit), that is, nearly two degrees C above the average for June. The maximum temperature recorded was 23.6 degrees C on the summer solstice (21st). The minimum air temperature was 5.6 C (20th).
Rainfall amounted to 63.1 mm (2.48 inches), which is about average for June.
The number of hours of sunshine was 184.1, that is, slightly over 10% above the average.
These data refer to observations at Armagh Observatory, which has been recording the weather at Armagh since 1795.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: John McFarland at the Armagh Observatory, College Hill, Armagh, BT61 9DG. Tel.: 028-3752-2928; FAX: 028-3752-7174; jmf
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