South Africa

South Africa Weather in June

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

Planning a trip to South Africa this June? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in South Africa in June

The weather in South Africa in June can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Rhodes at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Komatipoort at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Komatipoort and 0°C (32°F) in Rhodes.

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

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Twee Rivieren with an average of 2.9 mm (0.1 in) to high rainfall in Paarl with 155 mm (6.1 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Cape Town receives about 175 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 South Africa by month

Best Places to Visit in South Africa in June

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

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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 South Africa

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

Temperature range in South Africa (June)

Precipitation variation in South Africa (June)

Cape Town

In June Cape Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
175 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
126 mm (5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Johannesburg

In June Johannesburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
267 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Durban

In June Durban generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
224 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Knysna

In June Knysna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
239 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Stellenbosch

In June Stellenbosch generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
175 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cape Town 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Johannesburg 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Durban 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Gqeberha 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Bloemfontein 19°C (66°F) 2°C (36°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Mbombela 23°C (73°F) 8°C (46°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)

South Africa weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Africa in June?

Expect tolerable weather across South Africa in June. The popular destination of Cape Town averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in South Africa in June?

Cape Town averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in June, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does South Africa get a lot of rain in June?

Yes, June tends to be a wetter month in South Africa. Average rainfall in Cape Town sits around 126 mm (5 in).

Is June a Good Time to Visit South Africa?

In our opinion, June is a good time to visit South Africa with overall tolerable weather in Cape Town.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Cape Town. In contrast, July tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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