Geography of Australian Capital Territory
Geography of Australian Capital Territory: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Australian Capital Territory
Mount Kosciuszko is 80 mi to the south-west, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 162 mi to the north-east, Surry Hills is 166 mi to the north-east and Sydney is 167 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 35°28′24.6″S 149°0′44.6″E (-35.4735, 149.0124)
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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 44°F (6°C) in Australian Capital Territory with clear. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 33°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
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 61°F is 5.2°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Australian Capital Territory today at 10/10. Overnight lows near 33°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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).
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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 44°F (6°C) with clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 3 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 12:27 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 12:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
