Sydney in June
In June, Sydney averages 17°C (63°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night, with around 11 days of rain (131 mm total).
ShoulderConditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.
June in Sydney is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).
How June compares to the rest of the year in Sydney
June is one of the coolest months in Sydney (11th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (6th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 5°C below the annual average (22°C). June runs 2°C cooler than May (19°C) and stays flat into July.
June sunrise & sunset in Sydney
Times shown for Sydney local time (Australia/Sydney), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Sydney — June
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Sydney's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Sydney 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 Sydney's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — June in Sydney
Sydney 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.
Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — June in Sydney
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 — Sydney in June
The past 30 days in Sydney have been running 1.9°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 Sydney — June
Across the year Sydney's sea swings from 17.7°C (July) to 23.4°C (February) — June sits at 19.7°C.
Sydney in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 66°F | 102 mm | 11 | — |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 66°F | 117 mm | 11 | — |
| March | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 130 mm | 12 | — |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 127 mm | 11 | — |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 11°C / 52°F | 121 mm | 11 | — |
| June | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 48°F | 131 mm | 11 | — |
| July | 17°C / 63°F | 8°C / 46°F | 98 mm | 9 | — |
| August | 18°C / 64°F | 9°C / 48°F | 81 mm | 9 | — |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 69 mm | 9 | — |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 77 mm | 10 | — |
| November | 24°C / 75°F | 16°C / 61°F | 84 mm | 10 | — |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 64°F | 78 mm | 11 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sydney in June?
In June, Sydney averages a high of 17°C (63°F) and a low of 9°C (48°F) — generally mild and pleasant.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in June?
June can be fairly wet in Sydney, with about 11 rainy days on average.
Is June a good time to visit Sydney?
June is mild and pleasant. It suits travelers who are comfortable with mild and pleasant weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Sydney in June?
Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full June packing list for Sydney for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.