If you're looking for a sunny and warm getaway without the European summer crowds, Africa in June might be the perfect destination. The Africa weather in June is warm and quite dry. This is a great time to explore the continent. Pick a spot along Africa’s vast coastline, such as Bakau in The Gambia, Mombasa or Port Elizabeth and you’ll benefit from a refreshing ocean breeze in June.
The climate across Africa this month varies depending on which resort you choose to relax in. If you head to Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, for example, the weather will be hot with very little rain. Kenya’s popular coastal resort of Mombasa, on Africa’s east coast, will be around 28°C.
The weather in Africa in June should see an average temperature across the continent of 19°C. But if you head to Egypt or Morocco at this time the temperature is likely to be nearer 30°C! Bring your sunglasses for your stay too, because there should be around 11 hours each day this month. In Banjul, on the west coast, the sun rises at 6.40am and finally fades around 7.30pm.
Africa’s top tourist destinations should have sea temperatures hovering around the 27°C mark in June, but along the coast of South Africa this is more likely to be between 15°C and 19°C. June is a dry month in Egypt and Morocco, with just a few millimetres falling, but The Gambia and Kenya will have some rain and it’s a good idea to pack an umbrella. With the humidity level around 81% it’s wise to carry water when you’re out in the heat.
Here's a closer look at the weather in different regions of Africa during June:
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South Africa in June
South Africa is famous for its sunshine - an average of 2,500 hours of sun every year. It’s a dry country, classified as semi-arid. The average annual rainfall for the whole of South Africa is about 464 mm.
June's weather is cool and dry, making this one of the best months for game viewing in the world famous Kruger National Park and the surrounding private game reserves. Water is becoming quite scarce, so animals are more reliant on the waterholes or rivers, which means greater game viewing opportunities around these areas.
To understand the June climate in South Africa better, let's compare the average weather in three representative places: Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.
Johannesburg Weather in June
In Johannesburg, the largest city of South Africa, the climate is subtropical, with mild, sunny winters (when, however, nights are cold) and pleasantly warm summers, usually sunny, but with some afternoon thunderstorms. Winter, from May to August, is mild and sunny during the day, but nights are cold.
In the coldest months, June and July, the minimum temperature is near freezing (0 °C or 32 °F), especially in the outskirts of the city and in the countryside, where light frosts can occur. In the daytime, however, when the sun usually shines, the air becomes mild, and the maximum temperature hovers around 18/20 °C (64/68 °F).
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June is generally a mild month. However, there are remarkable differences between night and day. The average temperature is of 11 °C, with a minimum of 4.2 °C and a maximum of 17.9 °C. On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature usually drops to around -2 °C. On the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 21.5 °C. Precipitation amounts to 10 mm, distributed over 2 days. The day lasts on average 10 hours and 30 minutes.
There are on average 9 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 85% of the time. The average humidity is 48%. The average wind speed is of 12.6 kph.
Here's a table summarizing the average weather conditions in Johannesburg during June:
| Condition | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Temperature | 11°C |
| Minimum Temperature | 4.2°C |
| Maximum Temperature | 17.9°C |
| Precipitation | 10 mm (over 2 days) |
| Sunshine | 9 hours per day (85% of the time) |
| Humidity | 48% |
| Wind Speed | 12.6 kph |
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Climate in Cape Town
Cape Town and much of the Western Cape experiences the opposite in climate with a winter season that sees greater chances of rain. It is still intermittent with beautiful, crisp days.
The Cape Province (including Cape Town) often experiences lovely sunny but cool weather during this period. June is also the rainy season in the Cape-while some days can be wet and windy, these are usually interspersed with beautiful, sunny days. A rain jacket is recommended for travelers visiting Cape Town this time of year.
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Safari Destinations in June
June is one of the nicest months to travel to Zambia to go on a safari in one of the country's outstanding National Parks. It is the start of the dry season, so there is zero rainfall, making the walking safaris and fly camping that Zambia is so famous for very enjoyable indeed. Many of the camps have only just reopened after the rainy season.
June is the start of the cooler dry season in Hwangwe and Mana Pools and one of the best times for wildlife sightings in both Parks. The many waterholes in Hwangwe become a magnet for the wildlife as the surface water starts to dry out, and the vegetation dries back too, making it easier to spot wildlife.
Tanzania Safari
In the first half of June, the rainy season dwindles down, and Tanzania's dry season and peak tourist season begins. Drier conditions are excellent for a range of outdoor activities, from safaris to watch the wild animals to mountain hikes. June through October is a comfortable time to go on safari because temperatures are warm, humidity is lower, and there are fewer bothersome mosquitoes. Most of the north receives either low rainfall or becomes arid, especially at the end of the month. In June, there is low rainfall in Southern Tanzania.
The Serengeti is generally considered the best wilderness park in Tanzania, and June and July are the best months for seeing the migration of millions of animals as you are camped out in the western part of the Serengeti and follow them in vehicles. By June, most of the herd animals cross the Grumeti River. Millions of other animals, including big cats, stay within their territories.
June is one of the best months for seeing Ruaha National Park in southern Tanzania. Since it is dry, hot and arid, it is a good time for hiking. Ruaha is the place to head to if you want a safari experience away from the crowds. Ruaha is Tanzania's second largest national park. It measures 20,226 square km (7,809 square miles), and it is one of the country's wildest and most pristine game reserves.
Beach Holiday in June
June sees the start of the dry months in Mozambique. Whilst technically it is their winter months, the weather is perfect for international visitors - clear blue skies, plenty of sunshine and practically zero rainfall. June is also one of the nicest times to visit the exotic spice island of Zanzibar.
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