Darwin weather
At 6:30 AM local time it was clear and 28°C (82°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 11 PM (6.5 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Sep. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 17%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 11 PM (6.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–SepOff season Dec–Mar
About Darwin weather
Is it raining in Darwin right now?
No. It’s clear and 28° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 11 PM (6.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Darwin this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–34° and lows of 25–28°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Darwin lately?
In the past 7 days, Darwin had 7 rainy days and 43.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Darwin?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Darwin weather by month
When is the best time to visit Darwin?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Darwin is May–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 30°C (85°F) in June to 33°C (91°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Darwin?
January is the wettest month, with about 379 mm (14.9 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Darwin?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 27°C (81°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 30°C (85°F) and lows of 21°C (71°F).
Does Darwin have a rainy season?
Yes. Dec–Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Darwin?
The sea is warmest in December at about 32°C (89°F) and coolest in July at about 26°C (79°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months