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Cradle Mountain Climate by Month

The temperature in Cradle Mountain varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Cradle Mountain experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in January to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 2°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Cradle Mountain has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1561 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Cradle Mountain shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, with an average of 190 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 82 mm of rainfall over 13 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Cradle Mountain in Australia

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Cradle Mountain?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Cradle Mountain?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cradle Mountain?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cradle Mountain?
    August tops the wettest month list with 190 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cradle Mountain?
    February is the driest month with 82 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Cradle Mountain

    Fri   Dec 13
    10°C | 3°C
    SW 29 km/h
    3.3 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    16°C | 2°C
    W 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    25°C | 2°C
    N 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain