Australian Capital Territory Weather Forecast
Australian Capital Territory weather: 62°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Australian Capital Territory?
No - rain is unlikely in Australian Capital Territory today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,6 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat and Sun.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,6 in against a typical 0,3 in).
16-day forecast for Australian Capital Territory
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌥️ Fog | 65° / 37° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 65° / 36° | 4% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 68° / 37° | 2% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌥️ Fog | 70° / 50° | 4% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light showers | 67° / 49° | 76% · 0,6 in | 16 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 54° | 46% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 45° | 36% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 65° / 45° | 45% · 0,4 in | 11 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 46° | 38% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 62° / 36° | 27% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | 67° / 35° | 14% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 70° / 36° | 25% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 49° | 23% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 34° | 20% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 59° / 33° | 20% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 73° / 41° | 18% | 5 mph | 9 |
What this means for Australian Capital Territory
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 68°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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 69°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 8.
- 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 62°F (17°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 39% and wind is 7 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 4:08 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 27, 2026 at 4:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
