Katherine Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Katherine.
Climate overview of Katherine
Temperatures in Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is October at 38°C (100°F), and the coolest is July at 31°C (88°F).
With around 1007 mm (40 in) of annual rainfall, Katherine has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (April to October) and wet (December to February) seasons. The wettest month is January.
Katherine Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Katherine — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Katherine
The weather in Katherine changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 38°C (100°F) in October. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 31°C (88°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in October to 15°C (59°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Katherine
Katherine has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1007 mm (40 in) of rainfall per year. Katherine can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 267 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) of precipitation spread across 4 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Katherine Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Katherine
It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that January, February and December make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Katherine
What is the best time to visit Katherine?
June and July typically offer the most optimal weather in Katherine. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Katherine has distinct dry (April to October) and wet (December to February) seasons.
What temperatures can I expect in Katherine?
Daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in July to 38°C (100°F) in October. Nighttime lows range from 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F).
How much rain does Katherine get?
Annual rainfall is around 1007 mm (40 in). January is the wettest month with 267 mm (11 in), while July is the driest with 0.4 mm (0.02 in).
Katherine 3-Day Forecast
Katherine 3-Day Forecast
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