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 83°F (28°C) in Kakadu National Park with clear sky. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 65°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
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 about average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is in line with the 94°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. driving is the strongest bet in Kakadu National Park today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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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
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:29 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 94° / 65°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
☀️ 97° / 72°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 9 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 | 11:29 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+
- 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 83°F (28°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 46% 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 11:29 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 August 23, 2026 at 11:29 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
