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Milford Sound in June
Milford Sound cools off: highs slip to 48°F (9°C), from 53°F in May, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 48°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 6.7 in (169 mm)
- Humidity
- 92%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What June feels like
It's cool, with highs near 48°F (9°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Lows average 40°F (4°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.7 in (169 mm) falls in the month.
Only about 8 h 38 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February & March.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 38 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 47/100 in May to 44/100.
- Our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends Nov – Mar, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Insulated jackethighs only 48°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Milford Sound in June
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Lake Gunn Nature Walk
Easy loop through moss-covered red beech forest to the lake shore.
Mirror Lakes
Short boardwalk to still ponds reflecting the Earl Mountains.
Milford Sound Cruise
Boat to the Tasman Sea mouth past Mitre Peak, Stirling Falls and fur seals.
Homer Tunnel
1.2 km rough-hewn tunnel through the Darran Mountains; watch for kea at the portal.
Key Summit Track
Climb from The Divide to an alpine plateau with views of the Darran and Humboldt ranges.
Nearby in June
- Queenstown in June~44 mi · highs 46°F, 4.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Aoraki / Mount Cook in June~126 mi · highs 44°F, 6.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Christchurch in June~247 mi · highs 51°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~643 m to Milford Sound's ~271 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.
Milford Sound in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Milford Sound?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are February & March. Expect highs of 48°F (9°C) and 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain. Our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends Nov – Mar, so June is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Milford Sound in June?
Average highs are 48°F (9°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Milford Sound in June?
Yes: about 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 83.8 in (2128 mm).
What should I pack for Milford Sound in June?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 48°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Milford Sound 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.