Best Time to Visit Kakadu National Park
Best time to visit Kakadu National Park: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Kakadu National Park
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Kakadu National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 91° | 76° | 17,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 90° | 76° | 14,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 90° | 76° | 19,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 92° | 74° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 92° | 73° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 91° | 67° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 67° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 94° | 67° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 98° | 71° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 102° | 75° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 98° | 77° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 94° | 77° | 11,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Kakadu National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kakadu National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwin | 137 mi | 82°F | about the same | 81 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Kakadu National Park is a national park in Northern Territory. Kakadu National Park is a national park known for wetlands and rock art galleries.
Right now it is 87°F (31°C) in Kakadu National Park with clear sky. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 67°F to 96°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Kakadu National Park is May, June, July and August. The climate is tropical. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 102°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 67°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is in line with the 94°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in Kakadu National Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Kakadu National Park right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:05 PM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 97° / 68°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 96° / 67°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
Quick facts about Kakadu National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Northern Territory |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 12°50′15″S 132°50′2.4″E (-12.8375, 132.834) |
| Established | 1979 |
| Known for | wetlands and rock art galleries |
| Local time | 12:05 PM (UTC+09:30) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kakadu National Park?
Kakadu National Park is a national park in Northern Territory. Its coordinates are -12.8375, 132.834. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Kakadu National Park right now?
It is currently 87°F (31°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 41% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kakadu National Park?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Kakadu National Park, which has a tropical climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kakadu National Park in?
Kakadu National Park observes Australia/Darwin (UTC+09:30). The local time is 12:05 PM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 12:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
