What is the weather like in Yellowknife in June?

Expect temperatures between 8°C and 17°C with 10% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Yellowknife in June?

Yellowknife in June scores 68/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Yellowknife in June?

June in Yellowknife is ideal for: Budget travelers, Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Yellowknife Weather in June | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 29

Avg Low

8°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

10% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

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Essential Travel Info for Yellowknife

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Currency

CAD

$ Canadian dollar

Language

English

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Driving

Right side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.389

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Remote

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Canada. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Canada.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Canada.Rabies is commonly found in some terrestrial wildlife species and bats.If rabies exposures occur while in Canada, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

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Is June a Good Time to Visit Yellowknife?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(68/100)

Short Answer

Shoulder-season June in Yellowknife delivers: 18°C comfortable weather, 10% rain chance, and significant savings as visitor numbers sit at 32% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Off-peak season - fewer crowds

Only 32% of peak - better deals and quiet crowds

Excellent dry conditions

Only 10% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Plenty of sunshine

14.2h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Budget travelers
Off-peak pricing with acceptable weather conditions
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Families with children
Comfortable 17.5°C temperatures and low 10% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 17.5°C, 10% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 97/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Yellowknife in June averages 17°C with 10% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Yellowknife in June

What are the temperatures in Yellowknife in June?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Yellowknife in June?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Yellowknife in June?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is June peak season in Yellowknife?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Yellowknife Weather in June

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Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is June a Good Time to Visit Yellowknife?

Decision Factors

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