Canberra Weather in June

June feels like winter

Canberra is cold in June, with daytime highs around 12°C and lows near 3°C. The air can feel damp, and rain falls on several days. You'll get some sunshine, but short days leave less time for outdoor plans.

The National Gallery of Australia, Parliament House and the Australian War Memorial make good stops when the weather turns grey. On a clear day, walk around Lake Burley Griffin, but don't count on a long, warm afternoon by the water. Save longer hikes in the Brindabellas for a milder month.

Events and holiday weekends

The Winter Solstice Lantern Festival in Kingston usually brings a lively evening of lanterns and food stalls in June. It's a lovely way to spend a cold night, though the foreshore can feel chilly. National Reconciliation Week also runs into early June, with events recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.

The King's Birthday public holiday creates a long weekend in the ACT. If you hate crowds, avoid the festival evening and holiday weekend; Canberra is generally quieter outside these dates.

Quieter, with a local tip

June is low season compared with the popular spring and autumn months, when Canberra's gardens and outdoor events draw more visitors. You'll often find fewer people at major sights, and accommodation can be better value than in peak months. The holiday weekend may be an exception.

Travelling with kids? Use the free Parliamentary Triangle bus routes to link major museums without a long walk in the cold. For a warm local meal, try a Canberra café's hearty pie after exploring the galleries.