June weather forecast
Kaikoura, New Zealand

June

Weather in June

June signifies the arrival of winter in Kaikoura with temperatures dropping further. Rainfall remains steady but the days are defined by more cloudiness and less sunshine. The sea temperature lowers to 11.8°C (53.2°F), witnessing its sharpest drop in comparison to other months. Nevertheless, crisp days with clear skies provide picturesque winter scenery. Towards the latter half of the month, the city gradually embraces more chilly winds and overcast skies.

Temperature

As Kaikoura welcomes June, the average high-temperature records at a chilly 9.6°C (49.3°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Kaikoura's temperature during June nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

June is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In June, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout June, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kaikoura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 380mm (14.96") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June, July and September are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall days are June, July and September, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Sea temperature

In June, the average sea temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 11.8°C (53.2°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is June, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, June has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during June leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in June?
In June, in Kaikoura, the average high-temperature is 9.6°C (49.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Kaikoura?
With an average relative humidity of 77%, June is the most humid month in Kaikoura.
What is the average humidity in June?
In Kaikoura, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in June is 77%.
How many days does it rain in June?
In June, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout June, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month?
The months with the most snowfall days are June, July and September, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.
When does it start snowing?
June is the first month it typically snows. Throughout June, there are 0.1 snowfall days.
What is the water temperature in June?
In Kaikoura, the average seawater temperature in June is 11.8°C (53.2°F). Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the month with the shortest days?
June has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Kaikoura have in June?
The average day length in June is 9h and 8min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in June?
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine in Kaikoura is June, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in June?
In June, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index intensity in June?
In June, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average temperature in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in June: 9.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in June: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).

Average pressure in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average pressure in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in June: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average wind speed in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in June: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average humidity in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in June: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average rainfall in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in June: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in June: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).

Average snowfall days in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in June: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June, July and September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in June: 11.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (11.1°C).

Average daylight in June / Average sunshine in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in June: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in June: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).

Average UV index in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average UV index in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in June: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in June: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in June - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average visibility in June
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • 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).

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