Darwin, AustraliaQuick decision
When to visit Darwin?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
70°F–86°F in July
🌧 Least rain
3% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
January (86%)
📅 Best score
8.8/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Crocodiles & KakaduMay–Oct — Kakadu NP, Aboriginal paintings, giant crocs.
Mindil Beach MarketsMay–Oct — sunset, night markets, Asian cuisine.
Aboriginal cultureYear-round — Museum and Art Gallery, Kakadu rock art.
BudgetNov–Apr — wet season, prices –50%, spectacular storms.
Monthly climate data
Darwin weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 79°F | 86°F | 86% | 0.6in | 9.6h | 6.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 79°F | 86°F | 78% | 0.5in | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 79°F | 86°F | 79% | 0.3in | 10.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 79°F | 88°F | 43% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ May | 75°F | 88°F | 11% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ June | 72°F | 86°F | 5% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ July | 70°F | 86°F | 3% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ August | 72°F | 86°F | 3% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 75°F | 88°F | 25% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 79°F | 90°F | 43% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 79°F | 90°F | 59% | 0.2in | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 79°F | 90°F | 71% | 0.4in | 11.1h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 31°F, 44% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 30°F, 4% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.8/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 32°F, 42% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 31°F, 78% rainy days, 10.3h sunshine/day. Score: 6.8/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 3% rainy days and 30°F. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
January is the wettest month with 86% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 30°F.
In winter, the average score is 6.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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