Australian Capital Territory Weather Forecast
Australian Capital Territory weather: 55°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Australian Capital Territory weather in December
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Climate in Australian Capital Territory 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 | 79° | 56° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 79° | 56° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 74° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 66° | 44° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 59° | 41° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 51° | 34° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 51° | 34° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 35° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 62° | 37° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 68° | 42° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 73° | 50° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 78° | 53° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Australian Capital Territory
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
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 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.
How Australian Capital Territory compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Australian Capital Territory.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kosciuszko | 80 mi | 38°F | 49°F cooler | 56 in |
| Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport | 162 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 39 in |
| Surry Hills | 166 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 42 in |
| Sydney | 167 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 42 in |
| The Rocks | 167 mi | 65°F | +42°F warmer | 42 in |
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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 55°F (13°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 93% and wind is 11 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+10:00). The local time is 11:47 AM.
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 August 25, 2026 at 11:47 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
