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.
Temperature extremes span from 2.2°C up to 25.6°C, with a notable 13.7°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
The wettest month is Apr (170mm), and the driest is Jul (30mm). This creates an annual total of 872mm distributed across about 124 rain days.
Lithgow runs 4.3°C cooler than the New South Wales average. The 872mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional 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% |