Palmerston weather in October (Northern Territory, Australia)

Is Palmerston a good destination in October, weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During October, Palmerston usually has extremely high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 37°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 24°C. This month is typically the hottest of the year, so prepare with cool and comfortable cloths. Embrace the sunshine while keeping sun protection handy.

Precipitation

Palmerston in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 295 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Palmerston. June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Palmerston climate page with graphs.

 

Palmerston, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 37°C  

Water Temperature 27°C *  

Chance of Rain 11%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 53% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 295 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Darwin, Australia (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Camping

8/10

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