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Northern Territory Weather in September

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

Planning a trip to Northern Territory, Australia this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Northern Territory in September

Northern Territory, Australia is a region in Australia. September in Northern Territory generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Kings Canyon at 29°C (84°F) and very hot in Marrakai at 37°C (99°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Marrakai and 13°C (55°F) in Kings Canyon. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Katherine with an average of 3.5 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Darwin with 15 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

September brings good sunshine to many areas. Darwin sees around 294 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Northern Territory, Australia?

Temperature range in Northern Territory (September)

Precipitation variation in Northern Territory (September)

Darwin

In September Darwin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
316 hours
294 hours
295 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Alice Springs

In September Alice Springs generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
300 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Palmerston

In September Palmerston generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
316 hours
294 hours
295 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Casuarina

In September Casuarina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
316 hours
294 hours
295 hours
Monthly rainfall
3 mm (0.1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Kings Canyon

In September Kings Canyon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
20 mm (0.8 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 September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Uluru 29°C (84°F) 13°C (55°F) 9.4 mm (0.4 in)
Darwin 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Alice Springs 29°C (84°F) 12°C (54°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Palmerston 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Casuarina 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Kings Canyon 29°C (84°F) 13°C (55°F) 7.8 mm (0.3 in)

Northern Territory weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Northern Territory, Australia typically experiences poor weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Darwin average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Darwin peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in September, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Northern Territory, Australia during September, with Darwin averaging close to 15 mm (0.6 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Darwin, September may not be the ideal time to visit Northern Territory, Australia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly pleasant weather in Darwin. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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