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Hudson in June
Hudson warms up: highs climb to 78°F (26°C), from 70°F in May, with lows of 58°F (15°C) and about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain.
It scores 72/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (122 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What June feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 58°F (15°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 4.8 in (122 mm) across the month.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 04 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and September & October).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (June – August), which brings about 14.0 in (356 mm) in total.
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h 04 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 80% on average, up from 79% in May.
- Comfort slips from 81/100 in May to 72/100.
- June sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hudson in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Swoon Kitchenbar
Warren Street New American bistro, a Hudson dinner mainstay with seasonal local ingredients.
Why now June scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Thomas Cole National Historic Site
Home and studio of the founder of the Hudson River School.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 4.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Basilica Hudson
Former factory near the river hosting concerts, markets and art events.
Hudson Valley Distillers
Farm distillery in a restored barn making applejack and gin.
Kaaterskill Falls
Two-tier waterfall in the Catskills painted by Thomas Cole.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Beacon in June~52 mi · highs 79°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Manhattan in June~102 mi · highs 78°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New York City in June~107 mi · highs 73°F, 4.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Woodstock in June~115 mi · highs 74°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~270 m to Hudson's ~25 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hudson in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Hudson?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 72/100 against a best of 81 in May and September & October. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain. June is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Hudson in June?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hudson in June?
Yes: about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 47.2 in (1198 mm).
What should I pack for Hudson in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in June
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Hudson in June?
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