Geography of Alice Springs
Geography of Alice Springs: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Alice Springs
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is 212 mi to the south-west, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is 212 mi to the south-west and South Australia is 458 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 23°41′52.8″S 133°52′50.5″E (-23.698, 133.8807)
Quick facts about Alice Springs
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Northern Territory |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 23°41′52.8″S 133°52′50.5″E (-23.698, 133.8807) |
| Population | 26.000 |
| Known for | Red Centre base town |
| Local time | 4:19 AM (UTC+09:30) |
| Best months | April, June, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Alice Springs is a city in Northern Territory. Alice Springs is known for Red Centre base town. It has a population of about 26.000.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Alice Springs with mainly clear. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 51°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Alice Springs is April, June, August, September, October and December. The climate is hot and arid. February, March and July tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 102°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 43°F.
Nearby highlights include Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 10.4°F below the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Alice Springs today at 9.6/10. 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.
Climate in Alice Springs 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 | 102° | 77° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 96° | 74° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 87° | 69° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 80° | 56° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 71° | 50° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 46° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 43° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 51° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 56° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 92° | 65° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 93° | 69° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 98° | 72° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Alice Springs?
Alice Springs is a city in Northern Territory. Its coordinates are -23.698, 133.8807. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Alice Springs right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 70% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Alice Springs?
April, June, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Alice Springs, which has a hot and arid climate. February, March and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Alice Springs in?
Alice Springs observes Australia/Darwin (UTC+09:30). The local time is 4:19 AM.
How many people live in Alice Springs?
Alice Springs has a population of approximately 26.000.
What are the top things to do in Alice Springs?
Popular options include Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 26, 2026 at 4:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
