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Lancaster in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.8 in (122 mm) falling in Lancaster, alongside highs near 81°F (27°C) and lows of 62°F (16°C).
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (122 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What June feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 62°F (16°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 4.8 in (122 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and September & October).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (June – August), which brings about 14.1 in (357 mm) in total.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 50 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 76% on average, up from 78% in May.
- Comfort slips from 81/100 in May to 75/100.
- Our Philadelphia, Longwood & Lancaster route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — June falls outside it.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes4.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lancaster in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lititz Moravian Church
1787 church on Lititz's Church Square, the heart of the town's Moravian settlement, with candlelight services at Christmas.
Shady Maple Smorgasbord
Huge Pennsylvania Dutch buffet in East Earl with roast turkey, chicken pot pie, shoofly pie and dozens of other dishes.
Kitchen Kettle Village
Cluster of shops in Intercourse selling jams, relishes, quilts and crafts, in the heart of Amish country.
Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery
Lititz bakery opened in 1861, the first commercial pretzel bakery in the US, with short tours and a hand-twisting lesson.
Nearby in June
- Kennett Square in June~34 mi · highs 81°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Baltimore in June~54 mi · highs 82°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Philadelphia in June~61 mi · highs 81°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Washington, DC in June~87 mi · highs 83°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Lancaster in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Lancaster?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 82 in April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain.
How hot is Lancaster in June?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 62°F (16°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lancaster in June?
Yes: about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 47.0 in (1194 mm).
What should I pack for Lancaster in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (4.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Lancaster in June?
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