Australia Weather Forecast
Australia weather: 49°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Australia?
Yes - rain is likely in Australia today.
A 74% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,0 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 2% of a normal August week (0,0 in against 0,2 in).
16-day forecast for Australia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 47° | 74% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 39° | 34% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 39° | 0% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 38° | 0% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 40° | 0% | 4 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 66° / 38° | 0% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 39° | 6% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 46° | 26% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 41° | 41% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 55° / 37° | 17% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 44° | 15% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 65° / 39° | 14% | 13 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | 68° / 56° | 12% | 16 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 51° | 16% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 37° | 23% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 29% | -- | — |
What this means for Australia
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 61°F is 4.1°F above the 57°F typical for this month.
A 74% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
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 58°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Australia?
Australia is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -35.2809, 149.13. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Australia right now?
It is currently 49°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 99% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Australia?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Australia, which has a temperate climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Australia in?
Australia observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 12:08 AM.
How many people live in Australia?
Australia has a population of approximately 27 million.
What is the nearest airport to Australia?
The closest airports are Melbourne Airport (MEL), 290 mi away, Brisbane Airport (BNE), 594 mi away and Perth Airport (PER), 1.913 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Australia?
Popular options include Kakadu National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Great Barrier Reef.
What places are in Australia?
Australia covers 10 places in this atlas, including Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 26, 2026 at 12:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
