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Mount Washington in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.1 in (105 mm) falling in Mount Washington, alongside highs near 79°F (26°C) and lows of 58°F (15°C).
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (105 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
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 4.1 in (105 mm).
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 52 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 77% on average, up from 78% in May.
- Comfort slips from 81/100 in May to 77/100.
- Our Pittsburgh New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — June falls outside it.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 79°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Mount Washington in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Duquesne Incline
Cable car from 1877 that climbs Mount Washington in wooden cars, with an observation deck at the top.
Primanti Bros.
Original 1933 Strip District counter serving sandwiches with fries and coleslaw piled inside the bread.
Monongahela Incline
Oldest operating funicular in the US, from 1870, running down the hill to Station Square.
Why now June scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Station Square
Old Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad station and freight buildings on the riverbank, now shops and restaurants.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in June
- Cleveland in June~115 mi · highs 73°F, 3.8 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- German Village in June~161 mi · highs 80°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Shenandoah in June~164 mi · highs 77°F, 4.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Washington, DC in June~190 mi · highs 83°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown & the Cultural District.
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.
Mount Washington in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Mount Washington?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 87 in May and September & October. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain.
How hot is Mount Washington in June?
Average highs are 79°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 Mount Washington in June?
Some: about 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.0 in (991 mm).
What should I pack for Mount Washington in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 79°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Mount Washington
Planning Mount Washington in June?
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