Temperature in Northern Territory in October

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Northern Territory, Australia this October.

Northern Territory, Australia, a region in Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in October ranging from 32°C (90°F) in Alice Springs to 38°C (100°F) in Katherine. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Katherine and 16°C (61°F) in Alice Springs.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Northern Territory, Australia in October?

To get a sense of October's typical temperatures in the key spots of Northern Territory, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Northern Territory in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in October: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Northern Territory temperatures in October: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Northern Territory, Australia in October?

Expect daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F) in Darwin. That makes October a very high month for Northern Territory, Australia.

How cold does it get at night in Northern Territory, Australia in October?

Average overnight lows in Northern Territory, Australia during October sit near 25°C (77°F) in Darwin.

What is the warmest city in October in Northern Territory, Australia?

Based on our systematic data collection, Katherine has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 38°C (100°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 24°C (75°F).

What is the coldest city in October in Northern Territory, Australia?

According to our data, Alice Springs holds the title for the coldest city in Northern Territory, Australia in October. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 32°C (90°F) and drops to lows of about 16°C (61°F) during the night.

How much sun does Northern Territory, Australia get in October?

Darwin usually sees around 295 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

What is the water temperature in October?

The water temperature averages approximately 27°C (81°F) in Darwin this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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