Australian Capital Territory Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Australian Capital Territory: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Australian Capital Territory 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 | 79° | 56° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 79° | 56° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 74° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 66° | 44° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 59° | 41° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 51° | 34° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 51° | 34° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 35° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 62° | 37° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 68° | 42° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 73° | 50° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 78° | 53° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Australian Capital Territory
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Australian Capital Territory compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Australian Capital Territory.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kosciuszko | 80 mi | 38°F | 49°F cooler | 56 in |
| Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport | 162 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 39 in |
| Surry Hills | 166 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 42 in |
| Sydney | 167 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 42 in |
| The Rocks | 167 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 42 in |
Climate by city in Australian Capital Territory
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit Australian Capital Territory
Go in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Australian Capital Territory
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 6.1°F above the 56°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 58°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Australian Capital Territory is a state in Australia. Australian Capital Territory is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 470.000. The capital is Canberra.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Australian Capital Territory with partly cloudy. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 38°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Australian Capital Territory is January, February, March, April, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), about 162 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Kosciuszko, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 6.1°F above the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Australian Capital Territory today at 9.3/10. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -35.4735, 149.0124. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Australian Capital Territory right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 49% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Australian Capital Territory?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Australian Capital Territory, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Australian Capital Territory in?
Australian Capital Territory observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 7:27 AM.
How many people live in Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory has a population of approximately 470.000.
What is the nearest airport to Australian Capital Territory?
The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 162 mi away and Melbourne Airport (MEL), 277 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Australian Capital Territory?
Popular options include Mount Kosciuszko, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
What places are in Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory covers 1 places in this atlas, including Canberra.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - 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 7:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
