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NT Weather Records

Australian Weather Records and Climate Extremes
NT Hottest
34.2°C
Jabiru
NT Coldest
16.3°C
Alice Springs
NT Wettest
1962mm
Darwin

Examining climate data from across Australia shows remarkable variations in weather patterns that shape the nation's diverse landscapes. NT includes a diverse array of climates, from coastal cities to inland deserts and mountain regions, creating remarkable variation within a single state. This page highlights the extreme weather records across NT, showing where the hottest, coldest, wettest, and most variable weather occurs. By examining these regional records, we better understand the geographical and climatic influences that shape NT's weather patterns. Each extreme city tells a story of how latitude, elevation, proximity to ocean, and continental position influence temperature, precipitation, and overall climate character.

Climate Extremes by Category

Hottest City
Jabiru
Avg max: 34.2°C
Coldest City
Alice Springs
Avg min: 16.3°C
Wettest City
Darwin
Annual: 1962mm
Driest City
Yulara
Annual: 296mm
Most Comfortable
Alice Springs
Comfort: 5.6/10
Least Comfortable
Jabiru
Comfort: 2.9/10

All NT Cities: Complete Weather Data

Comprehensive climate data for all cities in NT. Comfort scores range from 1 (least comfortable) to 10 (most comfortable).

City Avg Max °C Avg Min °C Annual Rain mm Days >35°C Frost Days Comfort
Alice Springs 29.4 16.3 346 110 3 5.6
Darwin 31.0 24.9 1962 0 0 4.8
Jabiru 34.2 22.6 1865 116 0 2.9
Katherine 33.5 22.2 1319 113 0 3.6
Mataranka 33.2 21.9 1248 107 0 3.8
Nhulunbuy 30.1 24.5 1438 0 0 5.3
Tennant Creek 31.7 20.0 931 116 0 4.9
Yulara 30.0 16.8 296 122 4 5.6

About This Data

Weather records are calculated from the full annual climate profile of each city, based on real historical data. The comfort score accounts for temperature, humidity, rainfall, and solar radiation to rate climate suitability on a 1-10 scale. Use these records to understand NT's climate diversity and choose the best locations for your needs.

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