Darwin · WinterMonth summary
Darwin weather in February
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
78% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Darwin in February?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in February (7.0/10). July scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Darwin in February by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in February
🎯 Cultural sites less crowded than peak season — more enjoyable visits Even in winter, Darwin enjoys 30°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 78% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 26°C | 30°C | 86% | 14.8 | 9.6h | 6.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 26°C | 30°C | 78% | 12.7 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 26°C | 30°C | 79% | 8.1 | 10.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 26°C | 31°C | 43% | 3.3 | 11.3h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ May | 24°C | 31°C | 11% | 0.6 | 11.1h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ June | 22°C | 30°C | 5% | 0.2 | 10.9h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 30°C | 3% | 0.2 | 11.0h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ August | 22°C | 30°C | 3% | 0.1 | 11.1h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 24°C | 31°C | 25% | 1.1 | 11.7h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 26°C | 32°C | 43% | 2.3 | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 26°C | 32°C | 59% | 5.9 | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 26°C | 32°C | 71% | 9.7 | 11.1h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In February, Darwin averages 30°C, 78% rainy days and 10.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
February vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -75%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Darwin in February
Is February a good time to visit Darwin?
February is an acceptable time for Darwin (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (8.8/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Darwin in February?
Yes, 78% of days see rain in February. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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