Northern Territory Weather Forecast
Northern Territory weather: 83°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Northern Territory?
Yes - rain is likely in Northern Territory today.
A 74% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,8 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Thu and Fri.
The next 7 days carry about 34.5 times a normal week's rain for October (1,3 in against 0,0 in).
16-day forecast for Northern Territory
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | ⛈️ Violent showers | 89° / 72° | 74% · 0,8 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 94° / 74° | 16% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 88° / 73° | 71% · 0,4 in | 18 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 90° / 74° | 65% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 95° / 75° | 14% | 5 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 98° / 73° | 16% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 105° / 77° | 4% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 107° / 81° | 2% | 13 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 108° / 82° | 4% | 5 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 108° / 81° | 16% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 102° / 79° | 11% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 105° / 84° | 6% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 99° / 79° | 2% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌧️ Showers | 100° / 75° | 10% · 0,3 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌧️ Showers | 94° / 72° | 19% · 0,5 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 103° / 87° | 22% | 11 mph | 9 |
What this means for Northern Territory
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 89°F is 11.3°F below the 100°F typical for this month.
A 74% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,8 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
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 59°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Northern Territory?
Northern Territory is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -19.4914, 132.551. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Northern Territory right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 73% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Northern Territory?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Northern Territory, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Northern Territory in?
Northern Territory observes Australia/Darwin (UTC+09:30). The local time is 9:27 AM.
How many people live in Northern Territory?
Northern Territory has a population of approximately 255.000.
What are the top things to do in Northern Territory?
Popular options include Kakadu National Park and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
What places are in Northern Territory?
Northern Territory covers 4 places in this atlas, including Kakadu National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Alice Springs and Darwin.
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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 29, 2026 at 9:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
