When to go · June
Where to travel in June
Where the weather is at its best this month — and where to skip
June — head north: Scandinavia and Iceland at peak daylight, the Balkans before the rush. At Around the World we pick these by the month's weather, not by what's trending.
Recommended this month
The best places in June
- IcelandNear-24-hour light, every road open, fields of lupins.Iceland in June ›
- NorwayThe fjords at their greenest, midnight sun in the north.Norway in June ›
- CroatiaWarm sea, cities not yet packed, long evenings.Croatia in June ›
- SloveniaLake Bled and Triglav are perfect for hiking.Slovenia in June ›
- CanadaWestern Canada (Banff, Vancouver) opens up for the season.Canada in June ›
Iceland
Norway
Croatia
Slovenia
CanadaBetter to skip
What to postpone from June
India — The monsoon arrives — very humid, flooding in places.Seasons & events
What's on in June
- SwedenMidsummer — the weekend nearest 21 June, the biggest holiday of the year. Everything closes.
- United KingdomGlastonbury (in years it runs) — late June, Europe's biggest festival.
Dates are the usual window — check the exact year before booking.
Q&A
Answers to your questions
Where is the best place to travel in June?
Iceland, Norway, Croatia, Slovenia and more — with the best weather for the month. The full list with reasons is above.
Which destinations should you avoid in June?
India — harsh weather or a rainy season this month. Better to postpone or pick elsewhere.
How were the June destinations chosen?
By the month's climate normals — comfortable temperature, little rain, and sea warm enough for the beach. Not by price or trend. Each destination has a detailed weather page for the month.