Australian Capital Territory Weather & Climate: Australia

Climate by month across Australian Capital Territory, Australia, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Australian Capital Territory

Whether you're visiting Australian Capital Territory in Australia during the peak of January (28°C (82°F)) or the cooler months around July (11°C (52°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Canberra, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Australian Capital Territory, the months of February, March, April, October, November and December bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 20°C (68°F) and 27°C (81°F).

When it comes to rainfall, Australian Capital Territory experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in November, dropping to 32 mm (1.3 in) in May.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for January, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Australian Capital Territory by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Australian Capital Territory — and find the best time to visit. (based on Canberra)

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Canberra Hall Port Hughes Carnarvon Hayman Island Yulara
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Climate map of Australian Capital Territory

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Canberra 12°C (54°F) 28°C (82°F) 1°C (34°F) 13°C (55°F) 653 mm (26 in) 2,755 hours
Hall 12°C (54°F) 29°C (84°F) 1°C (34°F) 14°C (57°F) 704 mm (28 in) 2,755 hours
Port Hughes 16°C (61°F) 28°C (82°F) 10°C (50°F) 18°C (64°F) 372 mm (15 in)
Carnarvon 23°C (73°F) 33°C (91°F) 14°C (57°F) 25°C (77°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Hayman Island 23°C (73°F) 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 26°C (79°F) 1119 mm (44 in) 3,065 hours
Yulara 21°C (70°F) 39°C (102°F) 7°C (45°F) 25°C (77°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)

Places in Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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