Kakadu National Park Travel Guide
Kakadu National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Kakadu National Park is a national park in Northern Territory. Kakadu National Park is a national park known for wetlands and rock art galleries.
Right now it is 89°F (31°C) in Kakadu National Park with overcast. It feels like 99°F. Today runs from 76°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Kakadu National Park is May, June, July and August. The climate is tropical. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 102°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 67°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 95°F is 6.7°F below the 102°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 Kakadu National Park today at 8.6/10. 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 Kakadu National Park
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Coordinates: 12°50′15″S 132°50′2.4″E (-12.8375, 132.834)
Weather in Kakadu National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:29 PM, Oct 29 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 99° / 75°
Light drizzle · 45% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 99° / 77°
Drizzle · 78% rain · wind 8 mph
Quick facts about Kakadu National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Northern Territory |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 12°50′15″S 132°50′2.4″E (-12.8375, 132.834) |
| Established | 1979 |
| Known for | wetlands and rock art galleries |
| Local time | 12:29 PM (UTC+09:30) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Tropical |
Best time to visit Kakadu National Park
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - 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 - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kakadu National Park?
Kakadu National Park is a national park in Northern Territory. Its coordinates are -12.8375, 132.834. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Kakadu National Park right now?
It is currently 89°F (31°C) with overcast. Humidity is 64% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kakadu National Park?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Kakadu National Park, which has a tropical climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kakadu National Park in?
Kakadu National Park observes Australia/Darwin (UTC+09:30). The local time is 12:29 PM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 12:29 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
