Early summer · Weather & things to do
Ithaca in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.4 in (112 mm) falling in Ithaca, alongside highs near 78°F (26°C) and lows of 58°F (15°C).
At 76/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 4.4 in (112 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
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).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.4 in (112 mm).
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 06 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around June
June is one of Ithaca's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (June – August), which brings about 12.8 in (326 mm) in total.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by July, the score drops to 74/100.
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h 06 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 77% on average, up from 78% in May.
- June sits inside the May – Oct window our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Ithaca in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Buttermilk Falls State Park
Gorge Trail beside a chain of cascades ending in a swimming hole.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Cornell Botanic Gardens
Herb gardens, arboretum and gorge trails on the Cornell campus.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best May–Oct.
Ithaca Farmers Market
Lakeside pavilion market with farm stands and prepared food from local vendors.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best saturday morning, Apr–Dec.
Purity Ice Cream
Ithaca scoop shop since 1936, known for big portions and local flavors.
Moosewood Restaurant
Vegetarian restaurant since 1973 whose cookbooks shaped American meatless cooking.
Nearby in June
- Keuka Lake in June~34 mi · highs 78°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Seneca Lake in June~38 mi · highs 77°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in June~114 mi · highs 70°F, 2.8 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Hudson in June~139 mi · highs 78°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~401 m to Ithaca's ~121 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.
Ithaca in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Ithaca?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 76/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 4.4 in (112 mm) of rain. June is inside the May – Oct window our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends.
How hot is Ithaca 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 Ithaca in June?
Some: about 4.4 in (112 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 42.2 in (1071 mm).
What should I pack for Ithaca in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in June
- Finger Lakes Wine Trail May – Oct
Planning Ithaca in June?
Share this June plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.