State in Australia

Northern Territory Map

Interactive map of Northern Territory with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

🌤️ 81°F now🕔 9:42 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August and September👥 255.000

Summary

Northern Territory is a state in Australia. Northern Territory is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 255.000. The capital is Darwin.

Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Northern Territory with mainly clear. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 74°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 68%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Northern Territory is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 103°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 53°F.

Nearby highlights include Kakadu National Park and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 89°F is 10.6°F below the 100°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 Northern Territory today at 7.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Map of Northern Territory

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Coordinates: 19°29′29″S 132°33′3.6″E (-19.4914, 132.551)

Quick facts about Northern Territory

TypeState
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates19°29′29″S 132°33′3.6″E (-19.4914, 132.551)
CapitalDarwin
Population255.000
Area548.122 sq mi
Time zoneAustralia/Darwin
Local time9:42 AM (UTC+09:30)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August and September
ClimateMediterranean

Maps of each national park in Northern Territory

2 national parks mapped in this atlas

Maps of each city in Northern Territory

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Cities map of Northern Territory

2 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

Neighboring states and territories in Australia

Sorted by distance from Northern Territory.

National parks in Northern Territory

Things to do in Northern Territory

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Northern Territory.

Explore Northern Territory

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Northern Territory?

Northern Territory is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -19.4914, 132.551. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Northern Territory right now?

It is currently 81°F (27°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 12 mph.

When is the best time to visit Northern Territory?

April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Northern Territory, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Northern Territory in?

Northern Territory observes Australia/Darwin (UTC+09:30). The local time is 9:42 AM.

How many people live in Northern Territory?

Northern Territory has a population of approximately 255.000.

What are the top things to do in Northern Territory?

Popular options include Kakadu National Park and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

What places are in Northern Territory?

Northern Territory covers 4 places in this atlas, including Kakadu National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Alice Springs and Darwin.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 October 27, 2026 at 9:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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