Best Time to Visit Canberra
Best time: Dec, Feb, Jan, Mar.
Jan is warmest (27.3°C high); Nov is rainiest (74 mm).
Canberra weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.3 | 13.2 | 69 | 12.1 |
| Feb | 27.1 | 13.2 | 54 | 10.4 |
| Mar | 24.5 | 11 | 54 | 8.5 |
| Apr | 20.1 | 7.1 | 54 | 6.1 |
| May | 16 | 4.3 | 50 | 4.3 |
| Jun | 12.4 | 1.5 | 43 | 3.5 |
| Jul | 11.5 | 0.3 | 53 | 3.9 |
| Aug | 13.1 | 1.5 | 55 | 5.3 |
| Sep | 16 | 3.8 | 65 | 7.4 |
| Oct | 19.3 | 6.6 | 68 | 9.5 |
| Nov | 22.3 | 8.9 | 74 | 10.9 |
| Dec | 25.9 | 11.5 | 52 | 11.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: DecFebJanMar
Beaches: FebDecJanMar
Hiking: DecFebMarJan
Sightseeing: DecFebJanMar
Canberra quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jun, Jul, Aug): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Canberra?
Dec, Feb, Jan, Mar.
What is the rainiest month?
Nov, about 74 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 27.3°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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