New Zealand in June
Learn what June in New Zealand has got to offer and whether it would suit you to plan a holiday to New Zealand in this winter month.
New Zealand high season
June can be seen as the beginning of the high season in winter in New Zealand. But because the winter holiday for New Zealanders generally falls in July, it is not an overly crowded month to be out-and-about enjoying the snow – if there is any – and the scenery.
New Zealand weather and snow in June
June marks the arrival of snow – or at least, snow is expected to fall – so also the arrival of much colder weather in New Zealand. The year 2011 saw snow starting to fall in July instead of June. Therefore, June cannot be seen as a month in which snow is guaranteed to fall, but it is still a good month to visit New Zealand to see snow.
New Zealand ski fields in June
June is the month that the New Zealand ski fields start to open with Mt. Hutt ski field on the South Island of New Zealand generally being the first to open in early June.
New Zealand June festivals
June marks the celebration of the arrival of snow in the form of a winter festival in Queenstown at the end of the month extending into early July.
New Zealand driving in June
Driving in New Zealand can be hazardous in June if there is a lot of snow on the road, especially on the South Island of New Zealand and on the Central Plateau on the North Island. So care must be taken and if you are renting a car and intend to drive up to ski fields or through mountain passes such as Lindis Pass, you should carry chains.
New Zealand winter scenic drive ideas
If you are looking to do a scenic winter driving tour on the South Island you may want to take a look at a 3-part article series I wrote called: 6 Days self-drive tour on the South Island during winter. Or review the list of 7 best places to visit in New Zealand during winter to see snow.
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