Oceania · Climate guide
Best time to visit Australia
The best time to visit Australia is Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Feb, Jun, Aug, Dec are also good.
Australia weather by month
Mild in the south; the tropical north is best May–Oct.
- Jan: Not ideal
- Feb: Good
- Mar: Ideal
- Apr: Ideal
- May: Ideal
- Jun: Good
- Jul: Not ideal
- Aug: Good
- Sep: Ideal
- Oct: Ideal
- Nov: Ideal
- Dec: Good
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Good | 67 countries |
| March | Ideal | 64 countries |
| April | Ideal | 62 countries |
| May | Ideal | 83 countries |
| June | Good | 85 countries |
| July | Not ideal | 51 countries |
| August | Good | 52 countries |
| September | Ideal | 84 countries |
| October | Ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Ideal | 50 countries |
| December | Good | 51 countries |
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Cost of a month in Australia
Pricey. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $3,500–$5,000 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
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Questions about visiting Australia
When is the best time to visit Australia?
The best time to visit Australia for weather is Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Mild in the south; the tropical north is best May–Oct.
Which months should I avoid in Australia?
Jan, Jul are the least comfortable months in Australia, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting Australia outside the best months?
Often, yes. Feb, Jun, Aug, Dec are still good months in Australia, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in Australia cost?
Australia is pricey for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $3,500–$5,000, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as Australia?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua New Guinea.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.