Alice Springs Travel Guide
Alice Springs travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 84°F (29°C) in Alice Springs with light drizzle. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 63°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.2/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Alice Springs is April, May, 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 slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 86°F is 6.1°F below the 92°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Alice Springs today at 8.5/10. 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 Alice Springs
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Coordinates: 23°41′52.8″S 133°52′50.5″E (-23.698, 133.8807)
Weather in Alice Springs right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:48 PM, Oct 29 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌤️ 88° / 60°
Mainly clear · 2% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 92° / 68°
Overcast · 6% 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 | 12:48 PM (UTC+09:30) |
| Best months | April, May, 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, May, 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
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- 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 84°F (29°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 54% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Alice Springs?
April, May, 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 12:48 PM.
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 October 29, 2026 at 12:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
