Early summer · Weather & things to do
Big Sur in June
Big Sur edges warmer than May, with highs of 65°F (18°C), lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (4 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 26%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What June feels like
Days are mild at around 65°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (12°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 26%.
Plan around June
June is one of Big Sur's best months on the climate data.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 27 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 94/100 in May to 100/100.
- June sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
What to pack for June
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Big Sur in June
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Big Sur River Inn
Roadside inn where you can sit in chairs set in the river with a drink.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
McWay Falls
80-foot waterfall dropping onto a cove beach, reached by a short flat path.
Why now June scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Point Sur Lightstation
Guided tours of an 1889 lighthouse atop a volcanic rock.
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Redwood groves along the Big Sur River with trails to Pfeiffer Falls and Valley View.
Why now Highs near 65°F and 0.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Henry Miller Memorial Library
Bookstore and arts space in the redwoods honoring the writer.
Nearby in June
- Monterey & Carmel in June~23 mi · highs 65°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- San Simeon in June~54 mi · highs 60°F, 0.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- San Francisco in June~109 mi · highs 71°F, 0.2 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Sonoma in June~144 mi · highs 86°F, 0.2 in rain · 12°C (21°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Big Sur in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Big Sur?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain. June is inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
How hot is Big Sur in June?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Big Sur in June?
Not much: about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.9 in (480 mm).
What should I pack for Big Sur in June?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in June
- Pacific Coast Highway Apr – Oct
Planning Big Sur in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.