Melbourne in June
In June, Melbourne averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 14 days of the month see precipitation (50 mm total).
ShoulderConditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.
June is one of the wetter and less comfortable months in Melbourne. If your dates are flexible, consider a different time of year.
How June compares to the rest of the year in Melbourne
June is one of the coolest months in Melbourne (11th of 12) and one of the wettest months (3rd of 12). Daytime temperature runs 6°C below the annual average (20°C). June runs 3°C cooler than May (17°C) and stays flat into July.
June sunrise & sunset in Melbourne
Times shown for Melbourne local time (Australia/Melbourne), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Melbourne — June
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Melbourne's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Melbourne in June
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (Shoulder) and Melbourne's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — June in Melbourne
Melbourne is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.
Sun & mosquito risk — June in Melbourne
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
📊 Right now vs typical — Melbourne in June
The past 30 days in Melbourne have been running 2.0°C warmer than the typical June average.
Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.
Sea temperature in Melbourne — June
Across the year Melbourne's sea swings from 10.5°C (July) to 22.2°C (January) — June sits at 12.1°C.
Melbourne in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 14°C / 57°F | 45 mm | 8 | 0 |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 50 mm | 7 | 0 |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 50 mm | 9 | 0 |
| April | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 55 mm | 12 | 0 |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 48°F | 55 mm | 14 | 0 |
| June | 14°C / 57°F | 7°C / 45°F | 50 mm | 14 | 0 |
| July | 14°C / 57°F | 6°C / 43°F | 50 mm | 14 | 0 |
| August | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 45°F | 55 mm | 15 | 0 |
| September | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 60 mm | 14 | 0 |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 65 mm | 14 | 0 |
| November | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 52°F | 60 mm | 12 | 0 |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 13°C / 55°F | 60 mm | 10 | 0 |
Other cities with similar June weather
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Melbourne in June?
In June, Melbourne averages a high of 14°C (57°F) and a low of 7°C (45°F) — generally cool.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in June?
June can be fairly wet in Melbourne, with about 14 rainy days on average.
Is June a good time to visit Melbourne?
June is cool but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Melbourne in June?
Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full June packing list for Melbourne for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.