Darwin in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Darwin (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 30.3°C and lows of 26.3°C, with around 1249.5mm of rain across the season (70 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Darwin covers December, January, February.
Summer in Darwin month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 31.0°C | 26.5°C | 411.2mm | 22 | 8/10 |
| January | 30.1°C | 26.4°C | 396.2mm | 25 | 8/10 |
| February | 29.7°C | 26.1°C | 442.1mm | 23 | 8/10 |
What to pack for Darwin in summer
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Darwin?
Summer in Darwin rates around 8/10 — good time to visit. Average highs are 30.3°C with 1249.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Darwin in summer?
Daytime highs average 30.3°C (86.5°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 26.3°C.
What months are summer in Darwin?
Darwin is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Darwin · Darwin annual climate · Darwin in spring · Darwin in autumn · Darwin in winter
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Summer 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.