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Badlands in June

Verdict: Good — June ranks 9 of 12 here

January: Good February: Good March: Excellent April: Excellent May: Excellent June: Good July: Tough August: Good September: Good October: Excellent November: Excellent December: Good June — this page
Excellent Good Tough Sunburst marks the sweet spot

June is a good month at Badlands — it ranks 9th of the twelve here. Expect about 10% fewer visitors than July, the park's peak — 219,991 visits on average. Days run around 83°F by afternoon and 56°F at night, with 15.4 hours of daylight.

June against the park's best

Month Verdict Avg. visits vs. peak High Low Snow Daylight
June (this page) Good 219,991 −10% 83°F 56°F 0" 15.4 h
April (best) Excellent 38,395 −84% 62°F 35°F 6.4" 13.4 h
July (peak crowds) Tough 245,621 peak 91°F 62°F 0" 15.1 h

Weather figures are for the Ben Reifel Visitor Center area — the Interior 3 Ne station. Visits are 2021–2025 averages; climate normals cover 1991–2020. Conditions vary across the park; check current status before you go.

Common questions

Is June a good time to visit Badlands?

It is a reasonable month — the park has stronger ones, but the records don't argue against it. June ranks 9 of 12 at Badlands on crowds, weather, daylight, and access together.

How crowded is Badlands in June?

About 219,991 recreation visits on average — 10% below July, the park's peak.

How warm is Badlands in June?

Average highs around 83°F and lows around 56°F at the Interior 3 Ne station.

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