When is the Best Time to Visit Australia?

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Best time to visit

Monthly Climate Guide for Australia

, Australia

Average temperatures (Celsius) and rainfall (mm)

Jan
40°C 11mm
Feb
36°C 12mm
Mar
34°C 15mm
Apr
30°C 17mm
May
26°C 6mm
Jun
22°C 15mm
Jul
23°C 8mm
Aug
25°C 8mm
Sep
31°C 9mm
Oct
34°C 8mm
Nov
36°C 9mm
Dec
37°C 8mm
Jan
30°C 21mm
Feb
29°C 29mm
Mar
30°C 17mm
Apr
30°C 11mm
May
30°C 4mm
Jun
30°C 3mm
Jul
29°C 1mm
Aug
29°C 1mm
Sep
29°C 1mm
Oct
30°C 2mm
Nov
31°C 6mm
Dec
30°C 17mm
Jan
35°C 15mm
Feb
35°C 12mm
Mar
33°C 11mm
Apr
32°C 8mm
May
30°C 6mm
Jun
28°C 4mm
Jul
28°C 3mm
Aug
30°C 1mm
Sep
31°C 1mm
Oct
31°C 3mm
Nov
34°C 4mm
Dec
35°C 8mm
Jan
40°C 3mm
Feb
38°C 3mm
Mar
34°C 4mm
Apr
31°C 7mm
May
24°C 10mm
Jun
19°C 9mm
Jul
19°C 13mm
Aug
23°C 9mm
Sep
28°C 11mm
Oct
32°C 5mm
Nov
36°C 4mm
Dec
38°C 3mm
Jan
40°C 7mm
Feb
34°C 4mm
Mar
33°C 5mm
Apr
29°C 7mm
May
23°C 8mm
Jun
18°C 8mm
Jul
18°C 9mm
Aug
20°C 12mm
Sep
25°C 13mm
Oct
30°C 8mm
Nov
34°C 7mm
Dec
38°C 8mm
Jan
40°C 7mm
Feb
34°C 4mm
Mar
33°C 5mm
Apr
29°C 7mm
May
23°C 8mm
Jun
18°C 8mm
Jul
18°C 9mm
Aug
20°C 12mm
Sep
25°C 13mm
Oct
30°C 8mm
Nov
34°C 7mm
Dec
38°C 8mm
Jan
41°C 4mm
Feb
39°C 3mm
Mar
37°C 6mm
Apr
33°C 6mm
May
28°C 9mm
Jun
24°C 13mm
Jul
22°C 21mm
Aug
26°C 18mm
Sep
28°C 11mm
Oct
32°C 6mm
Nov
36°C 4mm
Dec
39°C 3mm

Lucien Lau

Asia Specialist

I believe that travel broadens our horizons and allows one to be completely immersed in a different world, a great way to escape the pulls and pushes of daily life for awhile - like a wonderful reset button. I also believe that it means something different and unique to each of us.

Best Time to Visit Australia FAQs

  • How many days are enough for Australia?

    Nine nights is the absolute minimum we would suggest travelling to Australia for. With long, in-direct flights, and jet lag to contend with, you need 10-14 days to enjoy a relaxing holiday.

  • When is the best time to visit Australia’s West Coast?

    The best time to visit Australia's west coast, particularly destinations like Perth, Margaret River, and Ningaloo Reef, is during the Australian spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May). During these months, the weather is generally warm and sunny, plus, the landscape is either in full bloom in spring, or a stunning display of autumn colours. Spring is a fantastic time to swim with whale sharks too, while autumn is lovely for wine tasting in Margaret River.

  • When is the best time to visit Australia’s East Coast?

    The best time to visit Australia's east coast, for beach life is from December to February. Hot weather is perfect for swimming, surfing and sunbathing, however, this is also the peak tourist season. To avoid the crowds, the best time to travel to Australia is between March and May or September and November when temperatures are between 20˚ C and 30˚ C. For those interested in whale watching, humpback whales migrate along the east coast from May to November, with peak sightings typically occurring from June to October.

  • What is the best time of year to go to Australia and New Zealand?

    The best time to travel to Australia and New Zealand will depend on what you’d like to do while there. The winter months – June to August – are best for skiing and snowboarding. Autumn and spring are best for hiking, wine tasting and taking in the culture without large crowds. Meanwhile, summer is best for beach life and surfing, as this is the hottest time of year.

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