Agrometeorological Dekadal Bulletin-1ST DEKAD JUNE 2026
SUMMARY:
Rainfall: The First Dekad of June 2026 was characterized by an increase in rainfall amounts across the country. Nationwide, rainfall totals ranged from 94.0mm to 282.4mm, with the south and southwest regions experiencing the highest rainfall amount. The north and central regione experienced moderate rainfall during this period while extreme east of Maryland Rivergee, and Grand Gedeh experienced the lowest amount of rainfall.
Summary:
Maximum Temperature: The First dekad of June 2026 was marked by variation in maximum temperature across the country. Lofa, Gbapolu, Grand Kru and the southeast of Sinoe county experienced relatively low maximum temperature. However, Nimba, east of Bong, north of Rivercess, Grand Bassa, and west of grand Gedeh experienced highest maximum temperature. During this period, maximum temperature ranged between 27.3°C and 29.5°C.
Summary:
The First Dekad of June 2026 was characterized by variation in minimum temperature. Some parts of the coastal counties (south of Montserrado, Margibi, Bassa, Rivercess, Sinoe, Grand Kru and Maryland) experienced high minimum temperature, while Lofa, north, central of Nimba and extreme north of Bong county experienced the lowest. Minimum temperature during this period ranged from 22.3°C to 26.7°C
Summary:
PET: During the First Dekad of June 2026, Nimba, east of Bong and northwest of Grand Gedeh experienced intense sunshine with high evapotranspiration rates. However, the south (coastal) region experienced lowest evapotranspiration rate while the north while the central region experienced moderate evapotranspiration rate
Highlight of the Agrometeorological Dekadal Bulletin for the First DEKAD of June 2026
RAINFALL: The First Dekad of June 2026 was characterized by an increase in rainfall amounts across the country. Nationwide, rainfall totals ranged from 94.0mm to 282.4mm, with the south and southwest regions experiencing the highest rainfall amount. The north and central regione experienced moderate rainfall during this period while extreme east of Maryland Rivergee, and Grand Gedeh experienced the lowest amount of rainfall.
Soil Moisture Index (SMI) during the First Dekad of June 2026: The first dekad of June 2026 experienced above-normal soil moisture conditions. This indicates an increase in soil moisture content across the country. These favorable conditions will support crop establishment and growth nationwide.
Maximum Temperature: The First dekad of June 2026 was marked by variation in maximum temperature across the country. Lofa, Gbapolu, Grand Kru and the southeast of Sinoe County experienced relatively low maximum temperature. However, Nimba, east of Bong, north of Rivercess, Grand Bassa, and west of grand Gedeh experienced highest maximum temperature. During this period, maximum temperature ranged between 27.3°C and 29.5°C.
Minimum Temperature: The First Dekad of June 2026 was characterized by variation in minimum temperature. Some parts of the coastal counties (south of Montserrado, Margibi, Bassa, Rivercess, Sinoe, Grand Kru and Maryland) experienced high minimum temperature, while Lofa, north, central of Nimba and extreme north of Bong County experienced the lowest. Minimum temperature during this period ranged from 22.3°C to 26.7°C.
PET: During the First Dekad of June 2026, Nimba, east of Bong and northwest of Grand Gedeh experienced intense sunshine with high evapotranspiration rates. However, the south (coastal) region experienced lowest evapotranspiration rate while the north while the central region experienced moderate evapotranspiration rate.
Weather outlook for the month of June
Rainfall: The forecasted cumulative rainfall across the counties is expected to increase, with total rainfall amounts ranging between 218.7 mm and 754.2 mm. The coastal and southern regions are forecast to receive the highest rainfall totals, while the northern parts of the country are expected to record the lowest amounts.
Additionally, rainfall is expected to increase significantly in the southwestern region of the country, particularly affecting Grand Cape Mount, Bomi, and Montserrado Counties.
Relative Humidity: During June 2026, high relative humidity is expected to across the northern parts of the country. However, low relatively humidity is anticipated in Montserrado, Margibi, Grand Kru, and the western part of Grand Bassa County. Average relative humidity during the month is forecast to range between 88.2% and 90.2%.
Maximum temperature: Expected between 27.5°C and 29.7°C. Higher maximum temperatures are expected in Grand Cape Mount, Bomi, western Montserrado, and southern Gbapolu Counties, while Margibi, Grand Bassa, Sinoe, Grand Kru, Lofa, and Maryland Counties are anticipated to experience lower maximum temperatures. The remaining areas, including Bong, Nimba, northern Grand Gedeh, and parts of Gbapolu Counties, are expected to record moderate maximum temperatures.
Minimum temperature: Minimum temperature across the country in June 2026 is anticipated to range between 21.2°C and 25.0°C. The highest minimum temperature is anticipated to occur along the coastal region including counties such as Maryland, Grand Kru, Sinoe, Rivercess, Grand Bassa, Margibi and Montserrado while the lowest minimum temperature is expected in Lofa and parts of Nimba, Bong, Gbapolu and Grand Gedeh counties.
Advisory
As rainfall gradually increases across the country, vegetation is becoming denser and soil moisture conditions have also improved. Rainfall is expected to intensify during the coming dekads of June 2026. Therefore, farmers are strongly encouraged to take the following precautions in their agricultural practices:
Field Preparation:
Farmers are advice to continue vegetable and rice production in the upland areas; this will help reduce the risk of damage and maximize yields across the country. Properly layout field and create channel to prevent erosion in the field
Create drainage channels in lowland areas, where possible, to prevent waterlogging during periods of heavy rainfall.
Farmers are advised to properly lay out their fields for rice production during the growing season.
Farmers are also encouraged to commence the planting of rice and other crops in upland areas.
Prepare fields and transplant cocoa seedlings where necessary to ensure better establishment during the rainy season.
Prepare nurseries and plant cocoa seeds to support better establishment during the season.
Crop Management:
Plant drought- or water-tolerant crop varieties to reduce the risk of crop losses.
Monitor crops regularly for signs of disease or stress caused by high evaporation and evapotranspiration.
Clear unwanted grass and weeds from cocoa farms and other agricultural fields to improve airflow and oxygen circulation. This will help improve crop yield.
Livestock Management:
Properly prepare your animal house.
Ensure animals are properly housed and maintain good hygiene practices to prevent disease outbreaks.
Provide clean drinking water regularly to prevent dehydration and heat stress.
Monitor livestock frequently for signs of illness and provide timely treatment when necessary.