City in Northern Territory, Australia
Darwin weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Darwin
May–Sep is dry and sunny. Oct–Nov is hot and sticky; Dec–Apr is the wet season with storms, floods, cyclones and box jellyfish.
Darwin weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°379 mm
- Feb30°355 mm
- Mar30°286 mm
- Apr31°98 mm
- May30°24 mm
- Jun30°3 mm
- Jul30°2 mm
- Aug31°2 mm
- Sep32°17 mm
- Oct33°58 mm
- Nov32°140 mm
- Dec31°291 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C86°F | 28°C82°F | 379 mm | 81% | Very wet |
| February | 30°C85°F | 27°C81°F | 355 mm | 81% | Very wet |
| March | 30°C86°F | 27°C81°F | 286 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| April | 31°C87°F | 26°C78°F | 98 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C87°F | 23°C74°F | 24 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C85°F | 21°C70°F | 3 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C86°F | 21°C71°F | 2 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| August | 31°C87°F | 23°C73°F | 2 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| September | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 17 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| October | 33°C91°F | 27°C81°F | 58 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| November | 32°C90°F | 28°C82°F | 140 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C88°F | 28°C82°F | 291 mm | 76% | Rainy |
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 Darwin?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry and sunny. Oct–Nov is hot and sticky; Dec–Apr is the wet season with storms, floods, cyclones and box jellyfish.
When is the rainy season in Darwin?
Rain peaks in January with about 379 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Darwin?
October, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Darwin get?
The coolest nights are in June, averaging 21°C (70°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Northern Territory Government: Darwin buses
- Darwin International Airport
- Parks Australia: Kakadu National Park
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.