State in Australia

Australian Capital Territory Population (2026)

Population of Australian Capital Territory with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.

🌦️ 54°F now🕔 11:22 AM local📅 Best: January, February, March, April, October, November and December👥 470.000

Population of Australian Capital Territory

Population470.000
Area910 sq mi
Density199 / km²

Australian Capital Territory ranks #7 by population among 8 comparable places in this atlas.

Quick facts about Australian Capital Territory

TypeState
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates35°28′24.6″S 149°0′44.6″E (-35.4735, 149.0124)
CapitalCanberra
Population470.000
Area910 sq mi
Time zoneAustralia/Sydney
Local time11:22 AM (UTC+10:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April, October, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Population by city in Australian Capital Territory

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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 54°F (12°C) in Australian Capital Territory with drizzle. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 47°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.

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 59°F is 3.6°F above the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Australian Capital Territory today at 8.9/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 35°28′24.6″S 149°0′44.6″E (-35.4735, 149.0124)

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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 54°F (12°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 93% and wind is 11 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 11:22 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 August 25, 2026 at 11:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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