Canberra 2024 Climate Summary
Understanding Canberra's climate patterns is essential for planning your stay. The city experiences a distinctive seasonal rhythm that shapes its weather throughout the year.
Temperature extremes span from 1.2°C up to 27.4°C, with a notable 14.5°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Rainfall patterns show Jan as the wettest month with 105mm, while Mar receives just 22mm. Annual rainfall totals 597mm, spread across an average of 79 rain days.
Compared to the Australian Capital Territory average, Canberra is 0.0°C equal to. Its annual rainfall of 597mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Canberra. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Canberra's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Canberra's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Canberra reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 19.6°C, while the average minimum is 8.2°C. This 11.4°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Canberra showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 597mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4 | 15.0 | 105 | 12 | 22.6 | 52% |
| February | 26.4 | 14.6 | 51 | 7 | 23.4 | 47% |
| March | 25.1 | 12.2 | 22 | 6 | 20.3 | 39% |
| April | 18.2 | 7.5 | 54 | 6 | 14.3 | 50% |
| May | 14.9 | 4.8 | 45 | 4 | 10.0 | 58% |
| June | 10.8 | 1.2 | 50 | 10 | 7.9 | 62% |
| July | 10.7 | 1.7 | 44 | 6 | 9.0 | 61% |
| August | 14.3 | 3.6 | 25 | 7 | 12.6 | 57% |
| September | 16.3 | 4.4 | 26 | 3 | 18.6 | 42% |
| October | 20.5 | 6.8 | 26 | 5 | 22.3 | 39% |
| November | 25.4 | 13.0 | 88 | 5 | 23.2 | 35% |
| December | 27.4 | 13.9 | 60 | 8 | 29.3 | 32% |