Alice Springs Travel Guide
Alice Springs travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 74°F (23°C) in Alice Springs with partly cloudy. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 57°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.3/10 - marginal.
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 about average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Alice Springs today at 8.9/10. Visibility is down to 2,0 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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 Alice Springs
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 23°41′52.8″S 133°52′50.5″E (-23.698, 133.8807)
Weather in Alice Springs right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:27 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
☀️ 70° / 48°
Clear sky · 4% rain · wind 11 mph
🌤️ 72° / 53°
Mainly clear · 8% rain · wind 11 mph
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 | 6:27 AM (UTC+09:30) |
| Best months | April, June, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Things to do in Alice Springs
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Alice Springs.
Best time to visit Alice Springs
Go in April, June, August, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 60°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 74°F (23°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 51% 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 6:27 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 25, 2026 at 6:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
