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Uluru in June
Perfect for walking and stargazing. Nights can dip below freezing, so pack warm layers.
The straight answer
June is one of the best months of the year to visit Uluru. Perfect for walking and stargazing. Nights can dip below freezing, so pack warm layers.
- Weather
- Cool days near 68F (20C), nights near 39F (4C) or colder
- Crowds
- 4 of 5
- Prices
- 4 of 5
What June is like in Uluru
June is perfect walking weather at Uluru. Days are cool and sunny, with highs near 68F (20C), but nights drop near 39F (4C) and can dip below freezing. Skies are clear and dry, which makes for great stargazing. Crowds build through the month, and prices rise as winter school holidays approach.
This month suits families, hikers, and stargazers who can handle cold mornings. It is excellent for long walks like the base walk and Kings Canyon. If you want the same great weather with fewer crowds, go in May or August instead of late June and July.
Make the most of June
What is especially good about Uluru this month.
Finke Desert Race
Over the King's Birthday long weekend, this famous off-road race runs from Alice Springs to Finke and back. Alice Springs fills up, so book early if you are passing through.
Crisp night skies
Cold, dry nights are some of the clearest of the year for spotting the Milky Way.
Full-day walking
Cool temperatures let you walk comfortably all day, from Uluru to the Valley of the Winds.
What to pack for June
- A warm down jacket and beanie for frosty dawns
- Gloves for sunrise viewing
- Layers you can shed as the day warms
- Sunscreen, since the winter sun is still strong
Our timing tip
Book Ayers Rock Resort early for late June, and avoid the King's Birthday long weekend in Alice Springs unless you are there for the race.
Book Uluru for June.
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- Hotels for June
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in UluruOpens a hotel search for Uluru in June, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in UluruWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
Tours and tickets. Expedia
Tours and tickets in UluruTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Uluru for June. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in June
Winter stargazing season
Roughly May through August
Long, clear, dry nights give the best views of the Milky Way. Guided astronomy tours run from Ayers Rock Resort.
Finke Desert Race
The King's Birthday long weekend in June
A famous off-road motorbike and car race from Alice Springs to the remote community of Finke and back. Alice Springs accommodation fills up.
Things to do in Uluru
Uluru base walk
About 6.5 miles (10.6 km) around the rock, taking three to four hours. Start at sunrise in any season, and bring plenty of water.
Valley of the Winds, Kata Tjuta
A 4.6-mile (7.4 km) loop between the domes. Beyond the first lookout it closes from 11am on days forecast to reach 97F (36C) or more.
Sunrise and sunset viewing areas
The designated viewing areas show the rock's color change. Arrive early for a good spot, and bring a jacket for winter dawns.
Field of Light
Bruce Munro's installation of tens of thousands of solar-powered lights near Ayers Rock Resort, best just after dusk.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre
Learn about Anangu culture, Tjukurpa, and the park's joint management before you explore.
Kings Canyon Rim Walk
A spectacular 3.7-mile (6 km) loop above sheer sandstone walls in Watarrka National Park, about a three-hour drive from Uluru. It closes from 9am on days forecast to reach 97F (36C) or more.
Beat the crowds
- Visit in May or August for winter weather without the July school holiday crowds.
- Head to the sunrise viewing area early or choose a quieter spot along the base walk; tour buses crowd the main areas.
- Do the Valley of the Winds walk at opening time, before the heat and the midmorning coaches.
- Stay at least two nights so you can revisit Uluru and Kata Tjuta at different times, avoiding the rushed day trip.
Know before you go
- Climbing Uluru has been permanently banned since October 26, 2019, out of respect for the Anangu traditional owners.
- On days forecast to reach 97F (36C) or more, the Valley of the Winds walk closes beyond the first lookout from 11am, and the Kings Canyon Rim Walk closes from 9am.
- A park pass is required to enter Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, available online or at the entry station.
- Some sites around Uluru are culturally sensitive, and photography is not allowed there. Follow the signs.
Uluru in June, quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Uluru?
June is one of the best months of the year to visit Uluru. Perfect for walking and stargazing. Nights can dip below freezing, so pack warm layers.
What is the weather like in Uluru in June?
Cool days near 68F (20C), nights near 39F (4C) or colder.
Is Uluru crowded in June?
Uluru is busy in June, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.
What is happening in Uluru in June?
Winter stargazing season (roughly may through august); Finke Desert Race (the king's birthday long weekend in june).
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