nomadseason

Monthly climate in Canberra, Australia

Last updated: March 2, 2024

Under the Köppen–Geiger climate classification Canberra features a oceanic climate (Cfb). Temperatures typically range between 5 °C (42 °F) and 21 °C (70 °F) through the year, but rarely can drop to -6 °C (22 °F) or can rise to as high as 39 °C (103 °F). The average annual precipitation amounts to about 625 mm (24.6 inches) and receives 81 rainy days on the 1 mm (0.04 inches) threshold annually. Canberra enjoys an average of 3281 hours of sunshine throughout the year, and daylight varies from 9 hours 48 minutes to 14 hours 27 minutes per day.

Monthly average temperatures in Canberra, Australia §

The warmest months in Canberra are January, February and December, with daily mean temperatures ranging from 18 to 21 °C (65 - 70 °F) throughout the day. The coldest temperatures usually occur in June, July and August, when daily mean temperatures range from 5 to 6 °C (42 - 43 °F) throughout the day. On average each year, Canberra experiences 65 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) and 36 days below 0 °C (32.0 °F).

Monthly average temperatures with daily means, minimums and maximums for period, average high and low temperatures in Canberra, Australia. Generated using Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Data for period from January 2017 to June 2022.
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum 38°C
(101°F)		 39°C
(103°F)		 32°C
(90°F)		 29°C
(84°F)		 22°C
(72°F)		 16°C
(60°F)		 16°C
(62°F)		 18°C
(65°F)		 26°C
(79°F)		 28°C
(82°F)		 35°C
(95°F)		 37°C
(98°F)
Mean maximum 35°C
(95°F)		 33°C
(91°F)		 29°C
(84°F)		 24°C
(76°F)		 20°C
(68°F)		 14°C
(57°F)		 15°C
(59°F)		 17°C
(63°F)		 22°C
(73°F)		 25°C
(77°F)		 29°C
(85°F)		 32°C
(90°F)
Average high 28°C
(82°F)		 25°C
(78°F)		 23°C
(73°F)		 19°C
(67°F)		 15°C
(59°F)		 12°C
(53°F)		 11°C
(52°F)		 12°C
(53°F)		 15°C
(60°F)		 19°C
(66°F)		 22°C
(71°F)		 25°C
(77°F)
Daily mean 21°C
(70°F)		 19°C
(66°F)		 17°C
(63°F)		 13°C
(56°F)		 9°C
(48°F)		 6°C
(43°F)		 5°C
(42°F)		 6°C
(43°F)		 9°C
(49°F)		 13°C
(56°F)		 15°C
(60°F)		 18°C
(65°F)
Average low 15°C
(59°F)		 14°C
(57°F)		 12°C
(54°F)		 8°C
(47°F)		 4°C
(39°F)		 2°C
(36°F)		 1°C
(34°F)		 1°C
(34°F)		 3°C
(38°F)		 7°C
(45°F)		 9°C
(49°F)		 12°C
(55°F)
Mean minimum 10°C
(50°F)		 7°C
(45°F)		 5°C
(41°F)		 2°C
(36°F)		 -2°C
(29°F)		 -2°C
(28°F)		 -4°C
(25°F)		 -4°C
(26°F)		 -2°C
(29°F)		 0°C
(33°F)		 3°C
(37°F)		 7°C
(44°F)
Minimum 6°C
(44°F)		 4°C
(39°F)		 2°C
(36°F)		 -1°C
(30°F)		 -3°C
(27°F)		 -5°C
(24°F)		 -6°C
(22°F)		 -5°C
(24°F)		 -3°C
(27°F)		 -1°C
(31°F)		 1°C
(35°F)		 5°C
(42°F)

Compare climate in Canberra with other places

Compare temperature, precipitation, sunshine, UV index in Canberra, Australia with other places around the world.

Monthly average precipitation in Canberra, Australia §

Canberra usually has the most precipitation in March, November and December, with an average of 8 rainy days and 79 mm (3.1 inches) of precipitation per month. The driest months in Canberra are January, April and July. On average, 30 mm (1.2 inches) of precipitation falls during these months.

Monthly average precipitation and precipitation days in Canberra, Australia. Generated using Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Data for period from January 2017 to January 2022.
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average precipitation mm (inches) 34 (1.4) 55 (2.2) 72 (2.8) 23 (0.9) 43 (1.7) 36 (1.4) 33 (1.3) 64 (2.5) 43 (1.7) 59 (2.3) 86 (3.4) 77 (3.0)
Average precipitation days (≥ 1 mm) 6 6 8 3 7 6 6 9 5 9 9 7

Monthly sunshine hours in Canberra, Australia §

The sunniest months in Canberra are October, November and December, when the sun shines an average of 10 hours 11 minutes a day. Least sunny months in Canberra: May, June and July receive an average of 7 hours 31 minutes of sunshine daily.

Mean monthly sunshine duration, average sunshine hours per day and mean daily daylight hours in Canberra, Australia. Generated using Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information. Data for period from January 2017 to January 2022.
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Mean monthly sunshine hours 276 289 283 267 245 214 233 252 280 296 300 340
Mean daily daylight hours 14h 12m 13h 21m 12h 16m 11h 10m 10h 15m 9h 48m 10h 2m 10h 49m 11h 51m 12h 58m 13h 57m 14h 27m

Solar UV radiation in Canberra, Australia §

Canberra experiences the highest level of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in January, February and December, when the maximum UV index can reach values of 13 - 15, which corresponds to the Extreme category of sun exposure. May, June and July are in the Moderate exposure category. In these months, the maximum values of the UV index do not exceed 5. For more detailed information, check out our hourly Canberra UV Index data.

Average daily maximum UV levels by month for Canberra, Australia. Generated using Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information. Data for period from January 2022 to January 2023.
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
UV Index (month maximum) 15 13 12 8 5 3 4 5 8 10 12 15

Detailed Monthly Weather Insights for Canberra, Australia

Discover in-depth weather details for every month in Canberra. Click through the links below for comprehensive overviews of temperature trends, precipitation levels, sunshine hours, and solar UV radiation specifics. Whether planning a visit or simply curious about Canberra's climate nuances, these monthly breakdowns provide the information you need for an informed understanding of what to expect throughout the year.

Each link leads to a detailed account of the typical weather conditions for that month, providing both locals and tourists with vital information to plan their daily activities, wardrobe, and travel itineraries accordingly.