Darwin in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Darwin (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 30.6°C and lows of 25.1°C, with around 313.5mm of rain across the season (40 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the southern hemisphere, autumn in Darwin covers March, April, May.
Autumn in Darwin month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 30.2°C | 26.0°C | 182.7mm | 23 | 9/10 |
| April | 30.8°C | 25.6°C | 124.9mm | 15 | 9/10 |
| May | 30.9°C | 23.6°C | 5.9mm | 2 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Darwin in autumn
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Darwin?
Autumn in Darwin rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 30.6°C with 313.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Darwin in autumn?
Daytime highs average 30.6°C (87.1°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 25.1°C.
What months are autumn in Darwin?
Darwin is in the southern hemisphere, so autumn covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Darwin · Darwin annual climate · Darwin in spring · Darwin in summer · Darwin in winter
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Autumn in Darwin — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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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.