Northern Territory Weather Forecast
Northern Territory weather: 81°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Northern Territory weather in September
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Climate in Northern 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 | 101° | 79° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 96° | 77° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 93° | 74° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 90° | 67° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 82° | 61° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 79° | 53° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 78° | 53° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 58° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 91° | 65° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 100° | 73° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 99° | 77° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 103° | 79° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Northern Territory
Go in April, May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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 - 2 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 81°F (27°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 46% and wind is 4 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 2:59 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 August 25, 2026 at 2:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
