Climate of Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Area-weighted average across Australian Capital Territory. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Australian Capital Territory, a subdivision of Australia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4°C / 39.2°F in July to 18.1°C / 64.6°F in January, with rainfall from 57 mm / 2.2 in to 82 mm / 3.2 in depending on the season (813 mm / 32 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.1°C64.6°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| February | 18.1°C64.6°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| March | 15.7°C60.3°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| April | 11.6°C52.9°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| May | 8.3°C46.9°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 5.1°C41.2°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 4°C39.2°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| August | 5.2°C41.4°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| September | 7.7°C45.9°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| October | 10.8°C51.4°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| November | 13.4°C56.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| December | 16.2°C61.2°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory, Australia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 18.1°C / 64.6°F, and the driest is June at 57 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory, Australia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4°C / 39.2°F in July to 18.1°C / 64.6°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 813 mm / 32 in, with the wettest month being November (82 mm / 3.2 in) and the driest June (57 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Australian Capital Territory?
The hottest month in Australian Capital Territory is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Australian Capital Territory?
The coldest month in Australian Capital Territory is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 4°C / 39.2°F.
When does it rain most in Australian Capital Territory?
The wettest month in Australian Capital Territory is November, averaging about 82 mm / 3.2 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 57 mm / 2.2 in.