June weather forecastCairns, Australia
June
Weather in June
June introduces winter in Cairns with lower temperature averages compared to May. It is the coolest month and the freshness marks the winter solstice. It offers the city clear nights and balmy days, making it perfect for exploring the tropical beachfront. The shortest day of the year occurs in June, marking the start of the stretch towards summer. It is also the most idyllic period as winter unveils a stunning perspective of the city's natural beauty.Temperature
The commencement of June introduces an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Cairns's June nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at an enjoyable 18.9°C (66°F), closely aligned with the daytime highs.Humidity
In June, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Cairns, in June, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Cairns, Australia, in June, the average water temperature is 24.5°C (76.1°F).Note: Your comfort in 24.5°C (76.1°F) waters hinges on your relationship with the cold, today's sunny disposition, wind patterns, and the air's temperature. For context, Olympic swimmers are no strangers to waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Cairns is June, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of June in Cairns, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:54 pm AEST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Cairns, Australia, is June, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.UV index
In Cairns, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during June leads to these instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflecting off water and sand, UV rays are much stronger.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average high temperature in June: 23.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.2°C).
- Average low temperature in June: 18.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18°C).
Average pressure in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average pressure in June: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average wind speed in June: 16.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).
Average humidity in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average humidity in June: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (74%).
Average rainfall in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average rainfall in June: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (162mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (9mm).
Average rainfall days in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average rainfall days in June: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.2 days).
Average sea temperature in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average sea temperature in June: 24.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (23.8°C).
Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average daylight in June: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in June: 5h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average sunshine days in June: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).
Average UV index in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average UV index in June: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average cloud cover in June: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in June
Cairns, Australia
- Average visibility in June: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).





