Soweto, South Africa — Weather in June 2026

Climate Overview

Soweto, South Africa in June has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.3°C (63°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain is rare, falling on about 1 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout June, with daily highs around 18°C (64°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 19th, averaging 18°C (64°F).

Compared to May, this month is about 2°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.

Monthly June Averages

Temperature

17°C / 4°C

Feels Like

13°C / 0°C

Rain

1 days · 6 mm

Sunshine

9.5h / day

Humidity

53% — Moderate

Wind

16 km/h

Wind Direction

NNW (328°)

Gusts

33 km/h

Daylight

10.5 h

Cloud Cover

11%

Clear Sky Days

24.6

UV Index

5 — Moderate

Dew Point

1°C — Dry

Moon Phase

New Moon · 0%

Frost Days

2 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

High Low

Daily Precipitation

Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

Wind Speed

Sun Position

Sunrise 06:54

Daylight 10.5h

Sunset 17:24

Compare Months

3days (22 mm) Excellent

1days (6 mm) Excellent

1days (5 mm) Excellent

1days (3 mm) Excellent

3days (13 mm) Excellent

Month	Temp	Feels Like	Rain	Sun	Humidity	UV	Status	Details
January	26°C / 15°C	27°C / 15°C	16days (143 mm) Wet	11h Excellent	69% Muggy	9.5 Very High	Good	View Details
February	25°C / 15°C	26°C / 15°C	15days (138 mm) Wet	10.3h Excellent	73% Muggy	8.5 Very High	Good	View Details
March best	24°C / 14°C	25°C / 13°C	11days (81 mm) Wet	10.3h Excellent	68% Muggy	8.3 Very High	Excellent	View Details
April	21°C / 11°C	20°C / 9°C	9days (73 mm) Wet	9.3h Good	68% Muggy	6.5 High	Good	View Details
May best	20°C / 7°C	17°C / 4°C	3days (22 mm) Excellent	9.6h Good	59% Moderate	5.5 High	Excellent	View Details
June	17°C / 4°C	13°C / 0°C	1days (6 mm) Excellent	9.5h Good	53% Moderate	5 Moderate	Fair	View Details
July	18°C / 3°C	14°C / -1°C	1days (5 mm) Excellent	9.6h Good	47% Moderate	5.2 High	Fair	View Details
August	21°C / 6°C	18°C / 2°C	1days (3 mm) Excellent	10.1h Excellent	41% Moderate	6.4 High	Good	View Details
September best	25°C / 10°C	22°C / 7°C	3days (13 mm) Excellent	10.7h Excellent	39% Comfortable	7.6 Very High	Excellent	View Details
October best	26°C / 12°C	24°C / 9°C	8days (59 mm) Wet	10.9h Excellent	48% Moderate	8.6 Very High	Excellent	View Details
November best	26°C / 14°C	25°C / 12°C	13days (101 mm) Wet	10.8h Excellent	60% Moderate	9 Very High	Excellent	View Details
December	25°C / 15°C	26°C / 14°C	19days (139 mm) Wet	10.5h Excellent	68% Muggy	9 Very High	Wet	View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is June a good time to visit Soweto?

June is typically fair for visiting Soweto, with average highs of 17°C (63°F) and around 1 rainy days. Soweto, South Africa in June has mild conditions, with highs averaging 17.3°C (63°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rai

Does it rain a lot in Soweto in June?

Soweto typically sees around 1 rainy days in June with 6 mm (0.2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.

Does it get cold at night in Soweto in June?

Yes, nights in Soweto during June are cold, averaging 4°C (39°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.

What should I pack for Soweto in June?

With highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) in June, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.

Is June among the best months weather-wise in Soweto?

June is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Soweto. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.

What is the UV index in Soweto in June?

The average UV index in Soweto during June is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.

How many hours of daylight are there in Soweto in June?

Soweto gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in June, with around 10 hours of sunshine.

Does it snow in Soweto in June?

Snow is uncommon in Soweto during June based on 10-year climate averages.

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