Where to go in June for sun? In June, the three safest destinations for sunshine are Greece, Croatia and Bali. Greece and Croatia for a Mediterranean summer before the July crowds, Bali for a well-established dry season. If you prefer cool weather, Iceland has its driest month in June in Reykjavik, under the midnight sun.
June is often the best compromise of the summer: the longest days of the year in the northern hemisphere, a warming Mediterranean sea, and prices still below those of the main school holidays. In the southern hemisphere, it is the start of the southern winter, the dry season in the Indian Ocean and East Africa. Here are 12 destinations, with the official climate normals for each and what can disappoint.
Where to go in June: key facts
- Sun and beach: Greece, Croatia, Albania, Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Bali
- Cool weather and nature: Iceland, Scotland, Madeira, Réunion
- Safari: Tanzania, at the start of the dry season
- Low budget: Albania, Cape Verde, Canary Islands (before the summer holidays)
- Best avoided: Japan (rainy season), Thailand, northern Vietnam, Philippines, Cuba
Comparison: the climate of 12 destinations in June
| Destination | Average high (June) | Average rain (June) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece (Athens) | 29.2 °C (85 °F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | Islands, swimming |
| Croatia (Split) | 28.1 °C (83 °F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | Islands, sailing |
| Albania (Tirana) | 27.7 °C (82 °F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | Beach, low budget |
| Madeira (Funchal) | 23.7 °C (75 °F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | Hiking, mild weather |
| Canary Islands (Tenerife) (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) | 26.9 °C (80 °F) | 1 mm (0.04 in) | Sunshine |
| Cape Verde (Sal) | 27.0 °C (81 °F) | 0 mm (0 in) | Beach, low prices |
| Iceland (Reykjavik) | 13.0 °C (55 °F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | Nature, midnight sun |
| Scotland (Edinburgh) | 17.4 °C (63 °F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | Road trip, hiking |
| Bali (Denpasar) | 31.4 °C (89 °F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | Beach, volcanoes |
| Tanzania (north) (Kilimanjaro Airport) | 26.4 °C (80 °F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | Safari, Zanzibar |
| Réunion (Saint-Denis) | 26.2 °C (79 °F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | Hiking, whale watching |
| Sri Lanka (east coast) (Trincomalee) | 35.4 °C (96 °F) | 26 mm (1.0 in) | Beach, historic sites |
These figures are averages over several decades: any given year can be drier or wetter. Rainfall totals do not tell the whole story: 150 mm (5.9 in) falling in short late-afternoon showers is less of a nuisance than continuous drizzle.
Where to go in June on a budget
This second table ranks the destinations from cheapest to most expensive, with a rough low-budget cost on the ground per person per day, excluding flights. Flight prices are not shown: they vary too much with the booking date and your departure airport.
| Destination | Low-budget cost on the ground (per person per day, excluding flights, roughly) |
|---|---|
| Bali (Denpasar) | $35 to $80 |
| Sri Lanka (east coast) | $40 to $65 |
| Albania (Tirana) | $45 to $75 |
| Cape Verde (Sal) | $55 to $90 |
| Greece (Athens) | $65 to $100 |
| Canary Islands (Tenerife) | $65 to $100 |
| Croatia (Split) | $80 to $110 |
| Madeira (Funchal) | $80 to $110 |
| Réunion (Saint-Denis) | $80 to $125 |
| Scotland (Edinburgh) | $90 to $135 |
| Iceland (Reykjavik) | $110 to $170 |
| Tanzania (north) | $170 to $280 |
Greece (Athens)
June opens the Greek summer: a pleasant sea, very long days and almost no rain (5 mm (0.2 in) in Athens). It is one of the best months for an island-hopping tour by ferry, in the Cyclades or the Dodecanese, before the crowds and prices of July and August. Further north, in the Sporades, June is also among the best months to visit Skiathos.
Caveat: the first heatwaves are possible, especially in Athens and on the mainland: visit the Acropolis and ancient sites early in the morning. According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 11 August 2026), there is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October: follow the instructions of local authorities.
In June in Athens: 29.2 °C (85 °F) average high and 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Greece?
Croatia (Split)
In June, Croatia offers a warming sea, very long days and still reasonable crowds. It is an excellent month for the Dalmatian islands (Hvar, Brač, Vis, Korčula), by ferry or sailing boat, and for Plitvice and Krka national parks.
Caveat: thunderstorms remain possible, especially inland (91 mm (3.6 in) on average in Zagreb). Dubrovnik is already very busy when cruise ships call: visit the old town early in the morning or in the evening.
In June in Split: 28.1 °C (83 °F) average high and 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Croatia?
Albania (Tirana)
June is one of the best months for Albania: about 27 °C (81 °F) average high at Vlorë, on the coast, a pleasant sea and a riviera (Ksamil, Himarë, Dhërmi) still well away from the July-August crowds. Trails in the Albanian Alps, between Theth and Valbona, open gradually.
Caveat: it still rains a little inland and mountain roads are slow: allow margin in your itinerary. From late June, crowds build on the coast. According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 October 2026), wildfires are common in Albania from April to October.
In June in Tirana: 27.7 °C (82 °F) average high and 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Albania?
Madeira (Funchal)
June is almost dry in Madeira, with about 24 °C (75 °F) in the afternoon in Funchal: a very good month for hiking on the levadas and at altitude, from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. The Atlantic Festival enlivens Funchal, with several evenings of fireworks during the month.
Caveat: the sea is still cool for prolonged swimming, which becomes more pleasant in July. At altitude, cloud can cover the summits during the day: start early. The UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 11 August 2026) says there is a high risk of wildfires in Portugal in the summer season from April to October.
In June in Funchal: 23.7 °C (75 °F) average high and 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Madeira?
Canary Islands (Tenerife)
In the Canary Islands, June is dry and sunny, with steady trade winds and crowds still reasonable before the summer holidays. Fuerteventura and Lanzarote attract windsurfers and kitesurfers. In La Orotava, on Tenerife, the Corpus Christi festival brings carpets of flowers and sand (date varies). With windsurfing and kitesurfing king there, our Lanzarote travel guide also covers the more sheltered beaches.
Caveat: the wind can blow hard on some beaches in Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. Late in the month, crowds and prices start to rise with the European holidays. Strong wind on some beaches, rising prices at the end of the month: the climate in Lanzarote month by month helps you choose your dates.
In June in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: 26.9 °C (80 °F) average high and 1 mm (0.04 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Canary Islands?
Cape Verde (Sal)
June is the driest month of the year in Cape Verde: 0 mm of rain on average on Sal, Praia and Mindelo, and a wind that eases. With few tourists, it is one of the best value-for-money moments of the year on the beaches of Sal and Boa Vista.
Caveat: Sal and Boa Vista are flat and arid; for mountain scenery you need to go to Santo Antão or Fogo, which means inter-island connections. The sea is cooler than in autumn.
In June in Sal: 27.0 °C (81 °F) average high and 0 mm (0 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Cape Verde?
Iceland (Reykjavik)
June is the driest month in Reykjavik and the month of the midnight sun, around the solstice of 21 June. It is the start of high season: the Ring Road (Route 1) can be driven in good conditions, and puffins can be seen on the cliffs from June to early August or so. National Day is celebrated in June.
Caveat: it is cool (13 °C (55 °F) average high in Reykjavik) and the Highland tracks (F-roads) are generally only open in July, depending on snow cover. Prices are high all year and rise further in summer.
In June in Reykjavik: 13.0 °C (55 °F) average high and 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Iceland?
Scotland (Edinburgh)
June brings the longest days of the year in Scotland: more than 17 hours of daylight in Edinburgh, nearly 18 in Inverness. It is a good month for a road trip in the Highlands and on the Isle of Skye, and for hiking in Glen Coe or the Cairngorms. More than 17 hours of daylight in June: the climate in Edinburgh month by month shows why it is the right time for a road trip.
Caveat: midges, tiny biting flies, appear in the western Highlands: bring repellent. It is cool (17 °C (63 °F) average high in Edinburgh) and the weather stays changeable: pack a waterproof. Midges and changeable weather do not spoil a good trip to Edinburgh, as long as you pack repellent and rain gear.
In June in Edinburgh: 17.4 °C (63 °F) average high and 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Scotland?
Bali (Denpasar)
June is dry in Bali and a little less hot than in spring: a very good month to combine Ubud, the southern beaches, Nusa Penida and Lombok, or to climb Mount Batur. High season only really begins at the end of the month. The Bali Arts Festival takes place in Denpasar in June and July. Before adding the neighbouring island to this combination, see when to go to Lombok, especially for the Rinjani climb.
Caveat: tourists flood in from late June and prices follow. On the west coast and the Bukit peninsula, the swell suits experienced surfers more than swimmers on some beaches.
In June in Denpasar: 31.4 °C (89 °F) average high and 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Bali?
Tanzania (north)
June marks the start of the dry season in northern Tanzania: less than 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain at Kilimanjaro Airport, drying grass and animals that are easier to spot. In Zanzibar, fine weather returns (52 mm (2.0 in) of rain, against 298 mm (11.7 in) in May). In the Serengeti, the big wildebeest herds are generally in the west (Grumeti corridor) in June and July.
Caveat: mornings and nights are cool, especially at altitude around Ngorongoro Crater: pack a fleece. Lodges are starting to fill: for July and August, book several months ahead.
In June in Kilimanjaro Airport: 26.4 °C (80 °F) average high and 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Tanzania?
Réunion
June is cool and dry in Réunion: one of the quietest and cheapest months of the year, ideal for hiking in the cirques and on the Piton de la Fournaise. The first humpback whales generally arrive off the west coast.
Caveat: nights get cold in the highlands (16.6 °C (62 °F) average high at Plaine des Cafres, at 1,560 m, 5,118 ft): bring warm clothing for mountain huts. The east coast stays wet (179 mm (7.0 in) at Saint-Benoît).
In June in Saint-Denis: 26.2 °C (79 °F) average high and 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Réunion?
Sri Lanka (east coast)
In June, Sri Lanka is best visited from the east: while the southwest monsoon drenches Colombo and Galle, the east coast stays very dry (26 mm (1.0 in) of rain on average in Trincomalee). The beaches of Trincomalee, Nilaveli and Pasikudah combine well with the Cultural Triangle sites (Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura).
Caveat: it is very hot on the east coast (35 °C (95 °F) average high in Trincomalee). The southwest coast is rainy, with a rough sea (197 mm (7.8 in) in Colombo): do not plan a beach stay there. The highlands are cool and often misty. According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 21 September 2026), many beaches in Sri Lanka have dangerous surf or rip tides at certain times of the year: get advice before going in the sea.
In June in Trincomalee: 35.4 °C (96 °F) average high and 26 mm (1.0 in) of rain (official normals). See our guide: when to go to Sri Lanka?
Preparing for a June trip
June is the last month before the main summer holidays: travelling before school holidays begin in Europe and North America lets you enjoy summery weather around the Mediterranean, with prices often lower than in July and August. Still book early for the end of the month, when holidays start in other European countries.
In the southern hemisphere and in Indonesia, June means southern winter or dry season: cool nights at altitude, a slightly cooler sea, but little rain. For entry requirements and health, check the official travel advice of your own government (for example travel.state.gov in the US or GOV.UK in the UK) before booking.
Destinations to avoid in June
- Japan: the rainy season (tsuyu) begins in early June on Honshu (168 mm (6.6 in) on average in Tokyo) and lasts until about mid-July.
- Northern Vietnam: muggy heat and thunderstorms in Hanoi (34.9 °C (95 °F) average high, 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain). Central Vietnam (Hue, Hoi An), on the other hand, is in its dry season.
- Thailand and the Philippines: the rainy season is established (199 mm (7.8 in) in Bangkok, 249 mm (9.8 in) in Phuket, 253 mm (10.0 in) in Manila).
- Cuba: June is the wettest month of the year in Havana (182 mm (7.2 in) on average). The UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 25 September 2026) also advises against all but essential travel to Cuba.
- The Nile Valley in Egypt: 41 °C (106 °F) average high in Luxor.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find sun in June?
In Europe, Greece, Croatia, Albania, the Canary Islands and Madeira are dry and sunny in June, with average highs between 24 °C (75 °F) and 29 °C (84 °F). Further afield, Bali, Cape Verde and the east coast of Sri Lanka are in their dry season.
Where can I go in June if I do not like heat?
Iceland (13 °C (55 °F) average high in Reykjavik) and Scotland (17 °C (63 °F) in Edinburgh) offer cool temperatures and the longest days of the year. Madeira stays mild, around 24 °C (75 °F) in Funchal.
Where can I go in June for a safari?
Northern Tanzania enters its dry season in June, the best time for wildlife viewing, and Zanzibar gets its fine weather back. It is also the start of high season: book early.
Is June cheaper than July?
Generally yes: before the main summer school holidays in Europe and North America, flights and accommodation are often cheaper, for weather that is already summery around the Mediterranean.
Where can I go in June on a budget?
Albania has some of the lowest costs on the ground in our comparison, at roughly $45 to $75 per person per day (excluding flights), with a pleasant sea and a riviera still away from the peak crowds.
Our sources
- Official climate normals: Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS), 1955-2010 normals (Athens-Elliniko); Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ), WMO 1991-2020 normals (Split-Marjan); Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD), temperatures 1961-1990 and precipitation 1951-1980 (Tirana); Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA), 1991-2020 normals (Funchal); AEMET via l’WMO (NOAA archive), 1991-2020 normals (Santa Cruz de Tenerife); WMO (NOAA archive), 1991-2020 normals (Sal); Icelandic Meteorological Office (Veðurstofa Íslands), 1991-2020 averages (Reykjavik); Met Office, 1991-2020 normals (Edinburgh, Royal Botanic Garden); BMKG via the WMO World Weather Information Service, 1961-1990 normals (Denpasar); WMO (NOAA archive), 1991-2020 normals (Kilimanjaro Airport); Météo-France, 1991-2020 normals (Saint-Denis Gillot); Sri Lanka Department of Meteorology via the WMO, 1991-2020 normals (Trincomalee)
- For destinations that already have a guide on our site, figures taken from our « when to go » pages, which cover all 12 months
- Indicative budgets: practical fact sheets in our country guides, linked from each destination, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 23 October 2026
- Wildfire and beach safety: UK FCDO foreign travel advice (GOV.UK) for Greece and Portugal/Madeira (updated 11 August 2026), Albania (15 October 2026), Sri Lanka (21 September 2026); warning for Cuba (25 September 2026)
- How we select and verify destinations: see our page Our methodology
Updated November 2026.