Capital city in Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Canberra weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Canberra
Autumn and spring are mild and clear; autumn colors peak in April. Summer is hot with bushfire smoke risk; winter has frosts.
Canberra weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°58 mm
- Feb27°92 mm
- Mar24°68 mm
- Apr20°41 mm
- May16°31 mm
- Jun12°65 mm
- Jul11°46 mm
- Aug13°53 mm
- Sep16°47 mm
- Oct20°59 mm
- Nov24°75 mm
- Dec27°71 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C86°F | 14°C58°F | 58 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C81°F | 14°C57°F | 92 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 12°C53°F | 68 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| April | 20°C68°F | 9°C48°F | 41 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 16°C60°F | 5°C41°F | 31 mm | 77% | Cool |
| June | 12°C53°F | 3°C38°F | 65 mm | 84% | Cool |
| July | 11°C52°F | 2°C36°F | 46 mm | 83% | Cool |
| August | 13°C55°F | 2°C36°F | 53 mm | 78% | Cool |
| September | 16°C62°F | 5°C41°F | 47 mm | 72% | Cool |
| October | 20°C69°F | 8°C46°F | 59 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| November | 24°C76°F | 11°C51°F | 75 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C80°F | 12°C54°F | 71 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
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 Canberra?
Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Autumn and spring are mild and clear; autumn colors peak in April. Summer is hot with bushfire smoke risk; winter has frosts.
When is the rainy season in Canberra?
Rain peaks in February with about 92 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Canberra?
January, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Canberra get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 2°C (36°F).
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Sources
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 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.