Town in Northern Territory, Australia
Alice Springs weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Alice Springs
Apr–Sep has warm days and cold nights. Dec–Feb is extremely hot, often above 40°C; June–July nights can drop below freezing.
Alice Springs weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan38°54 mm
- Feb37°38 mm
- Mar34°29 mm
- Apr30°11 mm
- May24°14 mm
- Jun20°8 mm
- Jul21°14 mm
- Aug24°3 mm
- Sep30°8 mm
- Oct34°17 mm
- Nov36°34 mm
- Dec37°46 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°C100°F | 23°C74°F | 54 mm | 35% | Very hot |
| February | 37°C98°F | 22°C72°F | 38 mm | 35% | Very hot |
| March | 34°C93°F | 19°C67°F | 29 mm | 36% | Hot |
| April | 30°C87°F | 15°C59°F | 11 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 10°C50°F | 14 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C69°F | 6°C42°F | 8 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 5°C42°F | 14 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C75°F | 7°C45°F | 3 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C85°F | 12°C54°F | 8 mm | 29% | Pleasant |
| October | 34°C93°F | 16°C62°F | 17 mm | 26% | Hot |
| November | 36°C97°F | 20°C68°F | 34 mm | 29% | Very hot |
| December | 37°C99°F | 22°C72°F | 46 mm | 32% | Very hot |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Alice Springs?
Apr–Sep. Apr–Sep has warm days and cold nights. Dec–Feb is extremely hot, often above 40°C; June–July nights can drop below freezing.
When is the rainy season in Alice Springs?
Rain peaks in January with about 54 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Alice Springs?
January, with average highs of 38°C (100°F).
How cold does Alice Springs get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 5°C (42°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Northern Territory Government
- Alice Springs Airport
- Tourism NT: Alice Springs
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.