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Australia Weather in June

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Australia in June.

Are you planning a trip a to Australia in June and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Australia in June

Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During June, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. The month of June is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Liawenee at 7°C (45°F) to very warm in Palmerston at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Palmerston and -1°C (30°F) in Liawenee.

For a closer look at conditions across Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Katherine with an average of 1.1 mm (0.04 in) to heavy rainfall in Strahan with 213 mm (8.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Melbourne receives about 123 hours of sunlight in June, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Australia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Australia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Melbourne)

Best Places to Visit in Australia in June

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Australia.

perfect weather
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Australia

What is the weather like in June for some of the most popular destinations in Australia?

Temperature range in Australia (June)

Precipitation variation in Australia (June)

Melbourne

In June Melbourne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
123 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Sydney

In June Sydney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
186 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Gold Coast

In June Gold Coast generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
195 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Brisbane

In June Brisbane generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
241 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Perth

In June Perth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
178 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Australia June extremes

Notable June records observed across cities in Australia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest June day in Australia brought 421 mm (17 in) in Gold Coast on June 30, 2005.

Popular cities in June

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Australia in June.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Sydney 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Cairns 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Gold Coast 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Perth 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Uluru 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Australia weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Australia in June?

Australia typically experiences tolerable weather in June, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Melbourne average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Australia in June?

Daytime temperatures in Melbourne peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in June, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Australia get a lot of rain in June?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Australia during June, with Melbourne averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is June a Good Time to Visit Australia?

In our view, June might not be the best time to travel to Australia with often tolerable weather in Melbourne.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be tolerable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Australia.

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