Canberra Weather Forecast
Canberra weather: 60°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Canberra month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 58° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 80° | 58° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 76° | 56° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 46° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 60° | 43° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 52° | 35° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 52° | 35° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 57° | 38° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 63° | 40° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 44° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 74° | 52° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 80° | 55° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Canberra
Go in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Canberra compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Canberra.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kosciuszko | 95 mi | 38°F | 50°F cooler | 58 in |
| Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport | 149 mi | 65°F | +41°F warmer | 40 in |
| Surry Hills | 153 mi | 65°F | +40°F warmer | 43 in |
| Sydney | 153 mi | 65°F | +40°F warmer | 43 in |
| The Rocks | 154 mi | 65°F | +40°F warmer | 43 in |
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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 60°F (15°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 72% and wind is 6 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 6:33 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 3, 2026 at 6:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
