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What’s the climate like in Australia?

The current climate in Australia features temperatures ranging from a high of 28°C to a low of 19°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 24°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 9°C and in the warmer months around 20°C.

The highest temperature recorded in Australia in recent years was 43°C in January 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 10°C in June 2021.

On average, Australia receives 1647 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.

The hurricane season in Northern Territory runs from November to April.

The hurricane season in Queensland runs from November to April.

The hurricane season in Western Australia runs from November to April.

The climate in Australia is based on weather data from Sydney. Other places, like Gold Coast, Melbourne or Cairns, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Australia to get the full picture of the climate.

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Best time to visit Australia?

The best time to visit Australia for sunny weather is May through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Australia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Australia

The climate table of Australia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

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Temp. max (°C) 28 28 26 24 22 19 19 19 22 24 25 27
Temp. min (°C) 20 21 19 16 13 10 10 10 12 15 17 19
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Precipitation (mm) 154 162 172 499 88 93 89 69 58 69 57 137
UV Index 9 8 7 6 5 4 5 6 7 8 8 8

Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.

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Weather experiences in Australia

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Average Temperature per Month in Australia

This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.

Temperature per Month in Australia

Average Precipitation per Month in Australia

This graph shows how much rainfall Australia gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.

Precipitation per Month in Australia

Average UV Index per Month in Australia

This graph shows the average UV index per month in Australia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

UV Index per Month in Australia

Yearly Temperature in Australia

This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Australia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.

Yearly Temperature in Australia

Total Yearly Precipitation in Australia

This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Australia over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.

Yearly Precipitation in Australia

Weather experiences in Australia

The weather in Australia is rated an average of 4,5 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Australia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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Warm temperatures and lots of sunshine made my vacation perfect. I can definitely recommend it to sun and heat lovers.— This text is automatically translated to English

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It was pleasant during the day with average temperatures around 20°C, slightly colder at night. Although there were a few rainy days, the sun shone most of the time. Ideal for active vacations and sightseeing.— This text is automatically translated to English

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The coast was warm and sunny, perfect for pleasant beach days. However, there were some cold days and nights inland. Bring layers!— This text is automatically translated to English

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Suppressed by bright sunshine and perfect temperatures. Ideal for a summer vacation or a trip to the beach. Definitely a 5-star experience!— This text is automatically translated to English

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The beaches were great and the surfing weather was fantastic. Couldn't have been better!— This text is automatically translated to English

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My skin is tanned and the sunsets are breathtaking. Summer every day!— This text is automatically translated to English

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It was fun to walk around and see the sights, but on beach days there wasn't much sun.— This text is automatically translated to English

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August in Australia offers pleasant winter weather. Especially in the north, where the days are sunny and the average temperature is 25°C. In the south it is cooler, but still pleasant. The only drawback is the cool nights.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Enjoyed radiant sunshine and perfect temperatures, perfect for outdoor activities and beach days. A true 5-star sun spot!— This text is automatically translated to English

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Australia had beautiful sunny weather in February with some warm days. Ideal for a beach vacation, even if the sea was a bit rough at times. A few rainy days, but mostly sunshine.— This text is automatically translated to English

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November in Australia was exciting. Lots of sunshine, ideal for beach vacations and swimming in the heated sea water. A true paradise for sunbathers. A good time for active relaxation.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average Weather in Australia by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Australia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.

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