Region in Northern Territory, Australia
Uluru weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Uluru
May–Sep is dry, with warm days and cold nights that can reach near 0°C. Dec–Feb often exceeds 40°C and walks may close. Peak season is Jun–Aug.
Uluru weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan39°21 mm
- Feb38°29 mm
- Mar34°28 mm
- Apr30°10 mm
- May24°11 mm
- Jun20°15 mm
- Jul20°12 mm
- Aug23°4 mm
- Sep29°9 mm
- Oct33°20 mm
- Nov36°29 mm
- Dec38°39 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°C103°F | 24°C75°F | 21 mm | 29% | Very hot |
| February | 38°C100°F | 22°C72°F | 29 mm | 30% | Very hot |
| March | 34°C94°F | 19°C67°F | 28 mm | 33% | Hot |
| April | 30°C86°F | 15°C59°F | 10 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C75°F | 9°C49°F | 11 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C67°F | 5°C41°F | 15 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C69°F | 5°C40°F | 12 mm | 47% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C74°F | 6°C44°F | 4 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| September | 29°C84°F | 11°C52°F | 9 mm | 30% | Pleasant |
| October | 33°C92°F | 16°C60°F | 20 mm | 27% | Hot |
| November | 36°C97°F | 19°C67°F | 29 mm | 29% | Very hot |
| December | 38°C100°F | 22°C71°F | 39 mm | 30% | 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 Uluru?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry, with warm days and cold nights that can reach near 0°C. Dec–Feb often exceeds 40°C and walks may close. Peak season is Jun–Aug.
When is the rainy season in Uluru?
Rain peaks in December with about 39 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Uluru?
January, with average highs of 39°C (103°F).
How cold does Uluru get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 5°C (40°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Parks Australia: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
- Ayers Rock Resort
- Royal Flying Doctor Service
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.