Lithgow 2024 Climate Summary
Lithgow's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
Temperatures in Lithgow range between 2.2°C in winter and 25.6°C in summer, a variation of 13.7°C across the year.
Apr brings the heaviest precipitation at 170mm, contrasting sharply with Jul's mere 30mm. The city receives 872mm annually over approximately 124 rain days.
Compared to the New South Wales average, Lithgow is 4.3°C cooler. Its annual rainfall of 872mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Lithgow. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Lithgow'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 Lithgow's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Lithgow reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 18.0°C, while the average minimum is 8.3°C. This 9.7°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Lithgow showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 872mm, 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 | 24.3 | 14.4 | 135 | 17 | 21.6 | 52% |
| February | 24.1 | 13.8 | 74 | 14 | 20.6 | 51% |
| March | 22.3 | 11.7 | 46 | 11 | 18.9 | 46% |
| April | 17.2 | 7.6 | 170 | 7 | 14.6 | 50% |
| May | 13.5 | 5.6 | 78 | 10 | 10.2 | 61% |
| June | 10.0 | 2.2 | 89 | 9 | 8.5 | 64% |
| July | 9.2 | 2.5 | 30 | 10 | 9.3 | 63% |
| August | 13.7 | 4.6 | 33 | 7 | 13.0 | 54% |
| September | 15.4 | 5.2 | 39 | 7 | 19.0 | 42% |
| October | 18.1 | 7.1 | 34 | 10 | 21.3 | 46% |
| November | 23.1 | 11.7 | 89 | 12 | 22.2 | 43% |
| December | 25.6 | 13.0 | 55 | 10 | 28.5 | 37% |