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Northern Territory Weather in June

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

Thinking about venturing to Northern Territory, Australia this June and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Northern Territory in June

Northern Territory, Australia is a region in Australia. Northern Territory, Australia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In June, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Alice Springs at 21°C (70°F) to very warm in Palmerston at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Palmerston and 6°C (43°F) in Alice Springs. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Northern Territory, Australia in more detail, check 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 low rainfall in Uluru with 17 mm (0.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Darwin sees close to 297 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Northern Territory by month

Best Places to Visit in Northern Territory in June

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

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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 Northern Territory

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

Temperature range in Northern Territory (June)

Precipitation variation in Northern Territory (June)

Darwin

In June Darwin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
297 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Alice Springs

In June Alice Springs generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
258 hours
285 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Palmerston

In June Palmerston generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
297 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Casuarina

In June Casuarina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
297 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Kings Canyon

In June Kings Canyon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
June
July
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Northern Territory, in Australia.

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 Northern Territory in June.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Uluru 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Darwin 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 2.8 mm (0.1 in)
Alice Springs 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Palmerston 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Casuarina 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Kings Canyon 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)

Northern Territory weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Northern Territory, Australia in June?

In June, Northern Territory, Australia generally has pleasant weather conditions. Darwin sees daytime temperatures near 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Northern Territory, Australia in June?

Average temperatures in Northern Territory, Australia during June range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Darwin.

Does Northern Territory, Australia get a lot of rain in June?

Not particularly. Darwin averages just 2.8 mm (0.1 in) of rain in June, making it a mostly dry month for Northern Territory, Australia.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Northern Territory, Australia?

We consider June to be one of the best times to travel to Northern Territory, Australia. Typically, the climate in Darwin is perfect.

Generally speaking, June and July provide pleasant weather in Darwin. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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