Theodore Roosevelt in June: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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June is peak season — expect the year's biggest crowds at Theodore Roosevelt National Park: crowds run 85% of the July peak (137,380 average visits). Weather: highs average 77°F and lows 50°F, with 2.9″ of precipitation and 15.9 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
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Bring for Theodore Roosevelt in June
- A light layer you can shed by midday (long sleeve or windbreaker)See it on AmazonWhy: a 27°F swing between the average low of 50°F and high of 77°F.
- Packable rain jacketSee it on AmazonWhy: 2.9″ of precipitation is normal this month.
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Crowds in June
Theodore Roosevelt averages 137,380 recreation visits in June — 85% of what July, the peak month, draws. That crowd level sets the tone for parking, permits and lodging — book early and start days at dawn.
Weather & daylight
Days are pleasant (highs average 77°F), and nights stay mild (lows average 50°F). Average precipitation is 2.9″ for the month. Mid-month daylight runs 15.9 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station MEDORA, ND US (5 mi from park coordinates, 2,268 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of June.
What to pack for Theodore Roosevelt in June
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- A light layer you can shed by midday (long sleeve or windbreaker) — a 27°F swing between the average low of 50°F and high of 77°F
- Packable rain jacket — 2.9″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
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Want quieter or kinder conditions? The computed best months for Theodore Roosevelt are April and May.
Also at their best in June
Other parks whose computed June verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- North Cascades in June — 26% of peak crowds, highs 74°F, score 91/100
- Katmai in June — 34% of peak crowds, highs 59°F, score 88/100
- Crater Lake in June — 44% of peak crowds, highs 57°F, score 84/100
- Olympic in June — 48% of peak crowds, highs 67°F, score 78/100
Common questions
Is Theodore Roosevelt crowded in June?
Yes — June runs 85% of Theodore Roosevelt's peak, averaging 137,380 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Theodore Roosevelt in June?
Average highs of 77°F, lows of 50°F, 2.9″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, MEDORA, ND US station).
What should I pack for Theodore Roosevelt in June?
A light layer you can shed by midday (long sleeve or windbreaker); Packable rain jacket; Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in June · Last verified 2026-09-24