June · India
Best time to visit Varanasi in June Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Varanasi in June
Average temperature 37°C, 99 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 36% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
June score
4.9/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 37°C
- Rainfall
- 99 mm
- Humidity
- 36%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
June in Varanasi scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 37°C, 99 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Varanasi's ghats step down to the Ganges, with bathing, cremation fires, and evening aarti along the river.
June in Varanasi: expect compromises
June averages 37°C (98°F) — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.
Rainfall runs 99 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.6 hours of daylight.
It scores 4.9/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 4.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Varanasi in June?
- In June, Varanasi averages 37°C, 99 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is June a good time to visit Varanasi?
- June earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Varanasi in June?
- Expect about 99 mm of rain in June. Average humidity is 36% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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