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Nightcliff Climate by Month

Nightcliff has a steady very warm climate throughout the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Nightcliff remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in October, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 32°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 20°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Nightcliff is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1789 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, January receives heavy rainfall, averaging 433 mm of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 1.7 mm over 5 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Nightcliff. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.5 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Darwin, Australia (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Darwin, Australia (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Nightcliff ranges from 25°C in August to 29°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Darwin, Australia (2 KM, 1 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Nightcliff in Australia

Nightcliff has high temperatures year round ranging between 31°C and 34°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: May, June, July, August and September.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Nightcliff?
    Rainy season in Nightcliff occurs in the months of January, February, March and December.
  • Does Nightcliff have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Nightcliff?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Nightcliff?
    The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 32°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Nightcliff?
    January tops the wettest month list with 433 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Nightcliff?
    July is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Nightcliff?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 316 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Nightcliff

    Thu   Dec 12
    33°C | 27°C
    W 14 km/h
    2.2 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    33°C | 27°C
    NW 18 km/h
    11 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Dec 14
    34°C | 27°C
    W 18 km/h
    2.2 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder