Canberra Weather Forecast
Canberra weather: 55°F, light showers. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌧️ Showers | 66° / 50° | 100% · 0,9 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 47° | 27% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 47° | 4% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 46° | 5% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 62° / 42° | 16% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 63° / 42° | 2% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 44° | 5% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 49° | 27% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☀️ Clear sky | 63° / 44° | 16% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | ☁️ Overcast | 72° / 44° | 20% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 65° / 55° | 28% · 1,2 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 59° / 44° | 22% · 0,4 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 43° | 31% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 46° | 32% | 8 mph | 4 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 65°F against a October normal of 69°F - 36°F below.
The next 7 days carry about 3.5 times a normal week's rain for October (0,9 in against 0,3 in).
What this means for Canberra
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,9 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Visibility is down to 1,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 55°F (13°C) with light showers. Humidity is 94% and wind is 3 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+10:00). The local time is 8:30 AM.
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 3, 2026 at 8:30 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
