Canberra Weather Forecast
Canberra weather: 70°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Canberra
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 73° / 57° | 67% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌥️ Fog | 77° / 55° | 4% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 74° / 59° | 100% · 1,0 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 64° / 44° | 98% · 0,2 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 63° / 41° | 30% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 40° | 6% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 68° / 42° | 2% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 53° | 18% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 53° | 11% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 76° / 54° | 40% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌥️ Fog | 72° / 51° | 43% | 10 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 50° | 30% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 41° | 19% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 67° / 39° | 22% | 12 mph | 7 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 35°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 71°F against a October normal of 69°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 4.7 times a normal week's rain for October (1,2 in against 0,3 in).
What this means for Canberra
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 73°F is 3.8°F above the 69°F typical for this month.
A 67% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
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 69°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 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 Canberra?
Canberra is a city in Australian Capital Territory. Its coordinates are -35.2809, 149.13. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Canberra right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 55% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Canberra?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Canberra, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Canberra in?
Canberra observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+11:00). The local time is 1:19 PM.
How many people live in Canberra?
Canberra has a population of approximately 470.000.
What is the nearest airport to Canberra?
The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 149 mi away and Melbourne Airport (MEL), 290 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Canberra?
Popular options include Mount Kosciuszko, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 23, 2026 at 1:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
