Catlins Weather in June

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Catlins, New Zealand in June.

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Owaka Kaka Point Waikawa

Planning a getaway to the Catlins, New Zealand this June and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Catlins in June

The Catlins, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. June in the Catlins generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Owaka.

To explore the conditions in the Catlins, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kaka Point with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Waikawa with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during June. Owaka receives roughly 98 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in the Catlins in June

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 the Catlins

What is the weather like in June for some of the most popular destinations in the Catlins, New Zealand?

Temperature range in the Catlins (June)

Precipitation variation in the Catlins (June)

Owaka

In June Owaka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
98 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Owaka →

Kaka Point

In June Kaka Point generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
98 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Kaka Point →

Waikawa

In June Waikawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
77 hours
99 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Waikawa →

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In our records: New Zealand June extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest June night in New Zealand dropped to -16°C (3°F) in Franz Josef on June 26, 2007.

Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Owaka 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Kaka Point 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Waikawa 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 102 mm (4 in)

The Catlins weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Catlins, New Zealand in June?

Expect unpleasant weather across the Catlins, New Zealand in June. The popular destination of Owaka averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Catlins, New Zealand in June?

Owaka averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in June, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does the Catlins, New Zealand get a lot of rain in June?

June is on the drier side in the Catlins, New Zealand. Owaka averages only about 77 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is June a Good Time to Visit the Catlins, New Zealand?

In our opinion, June may not be the ideal time to visit the Catlins, New Zealand due to the typically unpleasant weather in Owaka.

Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Owaka. The weather in July, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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