Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High33.5°C
Low19.6°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Australia Darwin, Australia
Darwin experiences a tropical climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 30°C / 86°F in July to a high of 33°C / 92°F in October.
Rainfall averages about 157 mm / 6.2 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in January (446 mm / 17.6 inches) and the driest in July (2 mm / 0.08 inches).
UV peaks in February (index 10) and drops to its lowest in June (index 7); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Expect approximately 12.8 hours of daylight during December and around 11.4 hours in June.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Darwin.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
446 mm
January carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Very High (8.9)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
11 hrsto13 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
10 km/h
January is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
53 %to85 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Darwin, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Darwin compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Australia for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Australia
#1 / 14
COOLEST (AVG)
in Australia
#14 / 14
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Australia
#1 / 14
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Australia
#14 / 14
HIGHEST UV
in Australia
#1 / 14
MOST HUMID
in Australia
#12 / 14
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Darwin, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Darwin feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 32°C (90°F) and lows near 24°C (75°F). Conditions usually feel hot in the daytime and warm once the sun goes down. You may notice some humidity at times. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Darwin for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Darwin?
UV tends to peak in February, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 10), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Darwin humid?
It can feel humid, especially in the warmer months, when humidity can climb to around 85%. Light, breathable fabrics help a lot on muggy days.
Is Darwin a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 10 km/h (6 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 54 km/h (34 mph). Overall it is it can feel quite windy at times, particularly when weather systems move through.
How much daylight does Darwin get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.