Best Time to Visit Darwin
Darwin is best visited All year, when skies are clearer and temperatures are warm without being extreme.
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Average daily high and low temperatures (°C/°F). Bars show the daily range each month.
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| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Best | 30.1°C | 26.4°C | 396.2mm | 8.2h | 25 | 8/10 |
| February Best | 29.7°C | 26.1°C | 442.1mm | 7.6h | 23 | 8/10 |
| March Best | 30.2°C | 26.0°C | 182.7mm | 10.0h | 23 | 9/10 |
| April Best | 30.8°C | 25.6°C | 124.9mm | 10.4h | 15 | 9/10 |
| May Best | 30.9°C | 23.6°C | 5.9mm | 10.9h | 2 | 10/10 |
| June Best | 30.1°C | 22.7°C | 17.4mm | 10.7h | 3 | 10/10 |
| July Best | 29.1°C | 20.9°C | 6.3mm | 10.9h | 0 | 10/10 |
| August Best | 30.4°C | 22.6°C | 6.1mm | 11.1h | 2 | 10/10 |
| September Best | 31.0°C | 24.4°C | 33.7mm | 11.5h | 7 | 10/10 |
| October Best | 31.4°C | 26.2°C | 84.3mm | 11.6h | 12 | 10/10 |
| November Best | 32.0°C | 26.6°C | 132.7mm | 11.3h | 17 | 9/10 |
| December Best | 31.0°C | 26.5°C | 411.2mm | 8.7h | 22 | 8/10 |
Darwin Climate
Darwin has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Check the annual climate overview for Darwin for the full year picture, or read the dedicated Darwin rainy season guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to visit Darwin?
The best month to visit Darwin is January, when temperatures average 30.1°C and conditions score 8/10 for comfort.
What is the weather like in Darwin in January?
Darwin in January is hot — daytime temperatures average 30.1°C, dropping to 26.4°C at night. The month is extremely wet, with heavy downpours most days, with roughly 8.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is one of the best months of the year to visit.
When is rainy season in Darwin?
Rainy season in Darwin runs January, February, March, April, November, December. Expect heavy downpours and high humidity. Full rainy season guide →
Is Darwin good to visit in winter?
Yes — winter (June, July, August) averages 29.1°C highs with a 10/10 comfort rating, making it a solid time to visit.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.