North Island New Zealand Weather in June

Average Temperatures in the North Island in June

June is the start of winter in New Zealand, and so this is the month when temperatures start to head towards their coldest point of the year. Overall, then, average temperatures in the North Island in June are quite cold, but never freezing. 

However, there is huge variation across the island in terms of average temperatures, as well as from the beginning of June to the end of the month. For example, average high temperatures all across the North Island all remain in or near the teens (12°C-16°C, or 54°F-61°F), wherever you are; whereas there is a big difference in average nighttime low temperatures between, say, the coastal northern regions of Auckland (8.1°C) and Northland (9.2°C for Kaitaia) and, say, the higher inland areas around Rotorua (4.3°C) and subalpine Taupo region (3.0°C). 

Average Sunshine Hours Per day in the North Island in June

June is winter in New Zealand, and with it comes the shortest day of the year and relatively short daylight hours. Combined with more cloudy weather and rainfall in parts, that means average sunshine hours per day in the North Island in June can be quite low. 

However, again it depends a lot on where you are and what you plan to do! Here’s what to expect from different regions:

Average rainfall in the North Island in June

Although June is typically a less rainy month in the North Island than other winter months (and, in many areas, less than in autumn), it is still part of a generally rainy period of the year, compared with other months. As a result, there’s still likely to be plenty of wet days in the month, and chances of rain are high in certain places like the far North. 

That said, there are also some parts of the North Island – such as Napier and Taupo – where there are relatively few wet days, and average rainfall is relatively low throughout June!

Best Things to do in the North Island in June 

Taste New Zealand’s best wine in Wellington

Several New Zealand wine regions have international acclaim, and overall there are hundreds of fabulous wineries around the country. The problem, at least for anybody visiting the North Island on a limited itinerary, is that these wineries are just that – scattered around the country – and it can be hard to get around all of them. Never fear, though! Luckily, for one weekend in June, the best of New Zealand wine comes together at Winetopia, a fun festival bringing together the very best of New Zealand wine to its capital city for dozens of events, pop-ups, and tastings.

Attend the Hawke’s Bay Food & Wine Classic

It may be the middle of winter, but Hawke’s Bay’s renowned Food and Wine Classic (better known to the locals as F.A.W.C.) ensures that there’s not a sniff of winter blues hanging around. Taking over one of New Zealand’s most famous wine regions for the month, F.A.W.C. brings together the region’s many superb winemakers, brilliant brewers, fabulous restaurants and innovative eateries. There are plenty of events taking place, from family-friendly picnics to late-night parties, so you’re bound to find something to fit your North Island itinerary.

Ready to start planning?

Making your North Island trip a reality is easy thanks to First Light Travel. You’ll find all the information you need about what to expect on their comprehensive New Zealand travel blog. If you’re ready to start planning or booking now, then there’s a wide range of different North Island travel itineraries and tour packages available. Or, contact FLT’s friendly travel experts and they can help you create your own special itinerary, free of charge.

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