Australian Capital Territory Weather Forecast
Australian Capital Territory weather: 68°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Australian Capital Territory
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | 🌧️ Showers | 70° / 46° | 100% · 0,4 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 55° | 56% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 50° | 55% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 74° / 55° | 100% · 0,8 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 67° / 42° | 87% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 36° | 20% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 64° / 34° | 10% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 42° | 8% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 49° | 14% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 53° | 17% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 55° | 36% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 51° | 49% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 67° / 43° | 35% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 69° / 39° | 33% | 12 mph | 9 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 70°F against a October normal of 68°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 4.1 times a normal week's rain for October (1,4 in against 0,3 in).
What this means for Australian Capital Territory
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 68°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,4 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 58°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 74°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -35.4735, 149.0124. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Australian Capital Territory right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 54% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Australian Capital Territory?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Australian Capital Territory, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Australian Capital Territory in?
Australian Capital Territory observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+11:00). The local time is 9:53 PM.
How many people live in Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory has a population of approximately 470.000.
What is the nearest airport to Australian Capital Territory?
The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 162 mi away and Melbourne Airport (MEL), 277 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Australian Capital Territory?
Popular options include Mount Kosciuszko, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
What places are in Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory covers 1 places in this atlas, including Canberra.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 22, 2026 at 9:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
