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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory?
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory gets 575 mm of precipitation a year over about 98 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and July the coldest (average low -1°C).
Oceanic climate
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 12°C in July to 29°C in January. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | 0° | 13° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 6° | 21° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 12° | 28° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 6° | 21° |
How much rain does Canberra get?
Canberra gets 575 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 98 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 68% of Australia.
November is the wettest month, with 66 mm. May is the driest, with 29 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to April 19, 2025.
Canberra weather by month
Canberra weather in January
In January, Canberra averages a high of 29°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 44°C (2020) and the record low is 2°C (2012).
Canberra weather in February
In February, Canberra averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 43°C (2020) and the record low is 0°C (2002).
Canberra weather in March
In March, Canberra averages a high of 25°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 38°C (1998) and the record low is -2°C (1995). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Canberra weather in April
In April, Canberra averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 32°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Canberra weather in May
In May, Canberra averages a high of 17°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 24°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (2011).
Canberra weather in June
In June, Canberra averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 20°C (2005) and the record low is -8°C (2025).
Canberra weather in July
In July, Canberra averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 19°C (1975) and the record low is -9°C (2017).
Canberra weather in August
In August, Canberra averages a high of 14°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 22°C (1977) and the record low is -8°C (2014).
Canberra weather in September
In September, Canberra averages a high of 17°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 30°C (2017) and the record low is -7°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Canberra weather in October
In October, Canberra averages a high of 21°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 32°C (2006) and the record low is -3°C (2013). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Canberra weather in November
In November, Canberra averages a high of 24°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 39°C (2009) and the record low is -2°C (2013).
Canberra weather in December
In December, Canberra averages a high of 27°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (2022).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Canberra
September is the sunniest month in Canberra, with estimated sunshine of 50% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 33%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 42% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Canberra is cloudier than 83% of Australia.
Humidity peaks in June at 85% and is lowest in December at 65%.
Canberra has about 18 days a year above 32°C. Canberra is cooler than 70% of Australia.
First and last freeze in Canberra
The first fall freeze in Canberra typically comes around May 5, and the last spring freeze around October 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 215 days.
Canberra weather records
These records cover CANBERRA FORESTRY during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Canberra station is 44°C, on January 4, 2020. The coldest is -9°C, on July 1, 2017.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 94 mm of precipitation, on January 20, 1995.
47 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Canberra
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 0°C.
Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 12°C.
Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13° | 29° | 55 mm | 7 | 66% | 40% | 44° | 2° |
| February | 13° | 28° | 62 mm | 7 | 69% | 40% | 43° | 0° |
| March | 10° | 25° | 41 mm | 7 | 70% | 40% | 38° | -2° |
| April | 6° | 21° | 29 mm | 6 | 76% | 47% | 32° | -4° |
| May | 2° | 17° | 29 mm | 7 | 81% | 46% | 24° | -7° |
| June | 1° | 13° | 51 mm | 10 | 85% | 33% | 20° | -8° |
| July | -1° | 12° | 38 mm | 11 | 83% | 40% | 19° | -9° |
| August | 0° | 14° | 44 mm | 9 | 81% | 41% | 22° | -8° |
| September | 2° | 17° | 51 mm | 8 | 72% | 50% | 30° | -7° |
| October | 5° | 21° | 49 mm | 8 | 71% | 40% | 32° | -3° |
| November | 8° | 24° | 66 mm | 9 | 69% | 35% | 39° | -2° |
| December | 11° | 27° | 59 mm | 8 | 65% | 47% | 41° | 1° |
Station: CANBERRA FORESTRY, 3 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Canberra climate questions
How much rain does Canberra get?
Canberra gets 575 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 98 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Canberra?
November is the wettest month in Canberra, with 66 mm. May is the driest, with 29 mm.
How many rainy days does Canberra have a year?
Canberra has about 98 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Canberra?
January is the warmest month in Canberra, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Canberra?
July is the coldest month in Canberra, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Canberra?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Canberra station is 44°C, set on January 4, 2020. The record low is -9°C, on July 1, 2017.
What is the sunniest month in Canberra?
September is the sunniest month in Canberra, with estimated sunshine of 50% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Canberra?
The first fall freeze in Canberra typically comes around May 5. The last spring freeze is around October 2.
What is the best time to visit Canberra?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.