Month guide · Wellington · New Zealand
Wellington in June
What June is really like in Wellington: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
June is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 13°C (55°F), lows of 8°C (46°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 9.2 hours of daylight. Winter begins: short, wet days with occasional clear, still spells; fur seals appear on the south coast.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 13°C (55°F) / 8°C (46°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 9.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 13°C (55°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in June
June is the 10th-warmest month in Wellington: days average 13°C (55°F) against a yearly average high of 16°C (61°F), and nights fall to about 8°C (46°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 30 days. Compared with May (15°C (59°F)), June is cooler; by July highs stay near 12°C (54°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 07:45
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 16:57
- Daylight
- About 9.2 hours
- Sea
- 13°C (55°F)
Spring (September–November). Blossom and lengthening days, but changeable and frequently very windy; World of WearableArt in late September.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes June one of the better-value months to book.
Events in June
- Wellington Jazz Festival (usually June)
- Matariki — Māori New Year, with fire and light events on the waterfront (June or July)
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.
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Experience · Lambton Quay and CBD
Wellington Cable Car
Running since 1902, the red funicular climbs about 120 metres from Lambton Quay to Kelburn in roughly five minutes, ending at a lookout over the city and harbour.
- Time needed
- 1 hour with the lookout
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- History
Garden · Kelburn
Wellington Botanic Garden
Visit the rose garden in summer, then continue down to Bolton Street Cemetery and Thorndon.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Kids
Nature · Karori
Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne
A predator-proof fence encloses a 225-hectare forested valley around old reservoirs, where native species including takahē, kākā, tīeke (saddleback), hihi and tuatara live largely free from introduced predators.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Nature
- Kids
- Outdoors
- After dark
Viewpoint · Mount Victoria
Mount Victoria Lookout
Walk up through the town belt trails from Courtenay Place or Oriental Bay; sunset is the best time.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 13°C, lows near 8°C and 13 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Wellington?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Wellington in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Wellington?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Winter begins: short, wet days with occasional clear, still spells; fur seals appear on the south coast.
+How warm is Wellington in June?
Average highs are around 13°C (55°F) and lows around 8°C (46°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Wellington in June?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.