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British Isles cruises in June
The longest days of the year: Shetlanders call the near-endless twilight the simmer dim, and Edinburgh stays light until almost 11 p.m. Dublin celebrates James Joyce on Bloomsday, June 16, with readings and period costume. Puffins are busy feeding chicks, and sailings fill quickly.
- Best time to go
- Avg high 61°F
- 17 hrs daylight
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British Isles in June: Best time to go
The longest days of the year: Shetlanders call the near-endless twilight the simmer dim, and Edinburgh stays light until almost 11 p.m. Dublin celebrates James Joyce on Bloomsday, June 16, with readings and period costume. Puffins are busy feeding chicks, and sailings fill quickly.
Across British Isles cruise ports, June brings average highs around 61°F (16°C) and lows near 52°F, with about 2.7 inches of rain over the month and roughly 17 hours of daylight.
- Verdict
- Best time to go
- Season
- May to September; a few sailings in April and October
- Average high / low
- 61°F / 52°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 2.7 in
- Daylight
- About 17 hours
- Typical cruise length
- 10 to 14 nights round trip; 7-night Scotland or Ireland sailings also run
What to pack: layers you can add and remove: long pants, a warm fleece or sweater, a waterproof jacket and closed walking shoes.
How June compares with the rest of the year
- Jan: No regular sailings
- Feb: No regular sailings
- Mar: No regular sailings
- Apr: Shoulder season
- May: Good time to go
- Jun: Best time to go
- Jul: Best time to go
- Aug: Best time to go
- Sep: Good time to go
- Oct: Shoulder season
- Nov: No regular sailings
- Dec: No regular sailings
- No regular sailings
- Shoulder season
- Good time to go
- Best time to go
British Isles weather in June
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 468 | 468 | 489 | 5111 | 5714 | 6116 | 6418 | 6418 | 6116 | 5613 | 5110 | 489 |
| Low °F (°C) | 404 | 404 | 405 | 426 | 478 | 5211 | 5513 | 5513 | 5312 | 4910 | 457 | 426 |
| Rain in (mm) | 4.1104 | 3.692 | 3.588 | 2.358 | 2.667 | 2.769 | 3.486 | 3.692 | 3.794 | 4.5114 | 4.3109 | 4.9125 |
| Daylight (hrs) | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 7 |
June weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh (Leith & South Queensferry) | 63°F | 50°F | 2.7 in | 18 h |
| Dublin | 62°F | 52°F | 2.7 in | 17 h |
| Belfast | 61°F | 52°F | 2.7 in | 17 h |
| Greenock (for Glasgow) | 62°F | 51°F | 3.8 in | 18 h |
| Invergordon (for Inverness & Loch Ness) | 63°F | 50°F | 2.9 in | 18 h |
| Kirkwall, Orkney | 55°F | 51°F | 2.5 in | 18 h |
| Cobh (for Cork) | 64°F | 52°F | 2.7 in | 17 h |
| Liverpool | 64°F | 53°F | 2.8 in | 17 h |
| Portree, Isle of Skye | 58°F | 51°F | 3.7 in | 18 h |
| Lerwick, Shetland | 53°F | 51°F | 2.5 in | 19 h |
| St Peter Port, Guernsey | 60°F | 57°F | 1.9 in | 16 h |
| Southampton (London) | 70°F | 52°F | 2.0 in | 17 h |
Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.
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British Isles in June: FAQs
Is June a good time to cruise British Isles?
Yes, it's one of the best months. The longest days of the year: Shetlanders call the near-endless twilight the simmer dim, and Edinburgh stays light until almost 11 p.m. Dublin celebrates James Joyce on Bloomsday, June 16, with readings and period costume. Puffins are busy feeding chicks, and sailings fill quickly.
What is the weather like on a British Isles cruise in June?
Across British Isles cruise ports, June brings average highs around 61°F (16°C) and lows near 52°F, with about 2.7 inches of rain over the month and roughly 17 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a British Isles cruise in June?
Pack layers you can add and remove: long pants, a warm fleece or sweater, a waterproof jacket and closed walking shoes. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.
When is the best time to cruise British Isles?
May to September; a few sailings in April and October. The best months are usually June, July, August.
Where else can I cruise in June?
June is also a top month for Bermuda, Alaska, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean & Adriatic.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.