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Melbourne in June
Melbourne cools off: highs slip to 56°F (14°C), from 61°F in May, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 73/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (65 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What June feels like
Days are mild at around 56°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 45°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.6 in (65 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 24 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are October and December – April.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (June – August), which brings about 7.8 in (199 mm) in total.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 24 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 83/100 in May to 73/100.
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Melbourne in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Chin Chin
Busy Flinders Lane restaurant for Southeast Asian share plates.
Why now June scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
Bourke Street espresso bar since 1954.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 2.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
St Kilda Pier
Pier and breakwater where little penguins return at dusk.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Lawns, lakes and fern gullies beside the Yarra River.
ACMI
Free museum of film, TV and video games at Federation Square.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Nearby in June
- Torquay in June~50 mi · highs 57°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Port Campbell in June~120 mi · highs 56°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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.
Melbourne in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Melbourne?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 73/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are October and December – April. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so June is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Melbourne in June?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in June?
Some: about 2.6 in (65 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in June?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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