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Northern Territory Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Northern Territory, Australia in October.

Planning a getaway to Northern Territory, Australia this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Northern Territory in October

Northern Territory, Australia is a region in Australia. October in Northern Territory generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Alice Springs at 32°C (90°F) to very hot in Katherine at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Katherine and 16°C (61°F) in Alice Springs. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Northern Territory, Australia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Uluru with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Palmerston with 62 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Darwin sees close to 295 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Northern Territory by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Northern Territory in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Northern Territory.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Northern Territory

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Northern Territory, Australia?

Temperature range in Northern Territory (October)

Precipitation variation in Northern Territory (October)

Darwin

In October Darwin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
295 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Alice Springs

In October Alice Springs generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
310 hours
303 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Palmerston

In October Palmerston generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
295 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Casuarina

In October Casuarina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
295 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Kings Canyon

In October Kings Canyon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Northern Territory, in Australia.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Northern Territory in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Uluru 33°C (91°F) 17°C (63°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Darwin 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Alice Springs 32°C (90°F) 16°C (61°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Palmerston 37°C (99°F) 24°C (75°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Casuarina 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Kings Canyon 33°C (91°F) 17°C (63°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)

Northern Territory weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Northern Territory, Australia in October?

Expect poor weather across Northern Territory, Australia in October. The popular destination of Darwin averages 35°C (95°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Northern Territory, Australia in October?

Darwin averages a daytime maximum of 35°C (95°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Northern Territory, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Northern Territory, Australia. Darwin averages only about 58 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Northern Territory, Australia?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Northern Territory, Australia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Darwin.

On average, the best time to visit Northern Territory, Australia is in June and July with generally pleasant weather in Darwin. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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