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Otago Weather in June

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

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Planning a getaway to Otago, 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 Otago in June

Otago, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. June in Otago generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of June is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Glenorchy to 11°C (52°F) in Waitati. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Waitati and -3°C (27°F) in Glenorchy. In many areas in New Zealand, June brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Otago, New Zealand, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Herbert with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Makarora with 202 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in June. Queenstown sees roughly 72 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Otago by month

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

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March15°C (59°F) April12°C (54°F) May8°C (46°F) June4°C (39°F) This monthJuly3°C (37°F) August4°C (39°F) September6°C (43°F) October9°C (48°F) November13°C (55°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Otago in June

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

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 Otago

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

Temperature range in Otago (June)

Precipitation variation in Otago (June)

Queenstown

In June Queenstown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Queenstown →

Wanaka

In June Wanaka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
120 hours
126 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Wanaka →

Oamaru

In June Oamaru 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 rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Oamaru →

Cromwell

In June Cromwell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
120 hours
126 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cromwell →

Alexandra

In June Alexandra generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Otago, in New Zealand.

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 Otago in June.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Queenstown 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Wanaka 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Oamaru 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Cromwell 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Alexandra 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Clyde 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Otago weather in June: frequently asked questions

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

Otago, New Zealand typically experiences poor weather in June, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Queenstown average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Otago, New Zealand during June range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Queenstown.

Does Otago, New Zealand get a lot of snow/rain in June?

Otago, New Zealand sees substantial snow/rainfall in June. Queenstown typically averages about 115 mm (4.5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Otago, New Zealand?

In our opinion, June may not be the ideal time to visit Otago, New Zealand due to the typically poor weather in Queenstown.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide unpleasant weather in Queenstown.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Otago.

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