Month guide · Asheville · United States
Asheville in June
What June is really like in Asheville: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Pictured: North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville · Photo: Ken Thomas, Public domain
Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Asheville. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 15°C (59°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 14.6 hours of daylight. Warm with afternoon thunderstorms; rhododendrons flower along the parkway and festivals begin.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 15°C (59°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 14.6 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
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Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Asheville: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 20°C (68°F), and nights fall to about 15°C (59°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 30 days. Compared with May (24°C (75°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 06:14
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 20:47
- Daylight
- About 14.6 hours
Summer (June–August). Warm, not usually hot, days with afternoon thunderstorms, rhododendrons on the parkway and free mountain music.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 4 for crowds (the peak is October at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in October). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
- Shindig on the Green — free bluegrass and mountain music on summer Saturday evenings (usually June to August)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Architecture · North Asheville and Grove Park
Omni Grove Park Inn
Built in 1913 from massive granite boulders, this historic resort has hosted presidents and F.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- History
- Couples
- Architecture
Experience · South Slope
South Slope breweries
Walk between taprooms rather than driving, and ask about tasting flights to try several beers at each stop.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- After dark
Experience · Downtown Asheville
Pritchard Park drum circle
For more than two decades, drummers, dancers and onlookers have gathered in this small downtown park on Friday evenings in the warmer months.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Kids
Gallery · Blue Ridge Parkway
Folk Art Center
Ask about the day's craft demonstrations, and combine your visit with a short drive along the parkway.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Shopping
- Rainy day
What to pack
For highs near 27°C (81°F), lows near 15°C (59°F) and 12 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Asheville?
One of the best months to visit Asheville, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are May and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+What time does the sun set in Asheville in June?
At about 20:47 local time in mid-June, with sunrise at about 06:14: roughly 14.6 hours of daylight.
+How warm is Asheville in June?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 15°C (59°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Asheville in June?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.