State in Australia

Current Local Time in Northern Territory

Current local time and time zone in Northern Territory, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌤️ 78°F now🕔 12:25 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August and September👥 255.000

Current local time in Northern Territory

12:25 PM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAustralia/Darwin
UTC offsetUTC+09:30
UTC now2:55 AM
Sunrise6:55 AM
Sunset6:29 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:55 AM
Sunset6:29 PM
Daylight11h 34m
Solar noon12:42 PM
Golden hour (am)6:55 AM - 7:55 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:29 PM - 6:29 PM
Blue hour (am)6:25 AM - 6:55 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:29 PM - 6:59 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 73%
Moonrise2:05 PM
Moonset3:15 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

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 time12:25 PM (UTC+09:30)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August and September
ClimateMediterranean

Local time by national park in Northern Territory

2 national parks mapped in this atlas

Local time by city in Northern Territory

2 cities mapped in this atlas

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 78°F (25°C) in Northern Territory with mainly clear. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 61°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

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 about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 85°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. photography is the strongest bet in Northern Territory today at 9.9/10. 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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Coordinates: 19°29′29″S 132°33′3.6″E (-19.4914, 132.551)

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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 78°F (25°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 40% and wind is 9 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 12:25 PM.

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.
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 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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