Climate Chart of Canberra, Australia

Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023

For Canberra, Australia, the climate data cover 2013–2023. Monthly mean temperatures range from July at 5.4 °C to January at 21.1 °C, giving a broad sense of the contrast between the coolest and warmest monthly averages. Rainfall is measured here as a daily mean, while sunshine and snowfall figures also describe daily averages, so they do not indicate conditions on every individual day. Together, these measures offer useful context for planning visits while leaving day-to-day weather uncertain.

Climate overview

Temperature

The monthly mean temperature is lowest in July at 5.4 °C, and highest in January at 21.1 °C. These are averages across each month, not daytime maximum temperatures, so they describe the broad temperature pattern rather than the warmest part of a typical day. The unweighted mean of the monthly means is 13.0 °C; it is not a day-weighted annual average.

Rain

Mean daily rainfall reaches its supplied high in November at 2.46 mm/day, while the lowest monthly mean is in July at 1.11 mm/day. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 1.83 mm/day. These figures describe average daily amounts, not monthly totals, and a lower average does not guarantee rain-free days or reveal how frequently rain occurs.

Sunshine

Average daily sunshine is highest in December at 11.78 hours/day and lowest in June at 6.67 hours/day. The unweighted mean of the monthly sunshine averages is 9.44 hours/day. These are sunshine-duration averages, not measures of daylight length, and they cannot guarantee the sunshine available on a particular day.

Snow

The highest supplied monthly mean daily snowfall is in July at 0.09 mm/day, while the unweighted mean across monthly means is 0.02 mm/day. These daily averages do not establish how many days receive snow, its depth, whether snow cover forms, or whether conditions are suitable for skiing.

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For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, July is the relevant option, with a monthly mean temperature of 5.4 °C; this is not a forecast of daytime highs or conditions on a particular date. If lower average rainfall is the priority, July has the lowest supplied mean daily rainfall at 1.11 mm/day. This does not ensure dry days, so flexible outdoor plans and a light rain layer remain sensible; for rain preparation, note that the highest monthly mean is in November at 2.46 mm/day.

For planning outdoor sightseeing around average sunshine duration, December records the highest mean at 11.78 hours/day, while June has the lowest at 6.67 hours/day. Sunshine hours are not the same as daylight length and cannot promise clear conditions on an individual day, so check the forecast closer to travel. Snowfall averages are also limited in what they can tell a visitor: the highest supplied mean daily amount is July at 0.09 mm/day. It does not establish snowy-day frequency, snow cover or skiing conditions, so do not treat it as a guarantee of snow during a visit.

Climate Data Overview for Canberra, Australia

Explore the comprehensive climate data for Canberra, Australia. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.

Month	Average: Temperature °C	Rain (mm) / day	Snow (mm) / day	Sunshine (h) / day
Jan	21.1	2.15	0.00	11.29
Feb	19.5	1.80	0.00	10.83
Mar	17.3	1.87	0.00	9.55
Apr	13.3	1.55	0.00	8.73
May	8.8	1.26	0.03	8.06
Jun	6.2	2.04	0.01	6.67
Jul	5.4	1.11	0.09	7.38
Aug	6.4	1.85	0.04	8.20
Sep	9.7	1.82	0.03	9.45
Oct	13.3	1.98	0.00	10.30
Nov	16.0	2.46	0.00	11.03
Dec	18.9	2.10	0.00	11.78
Average	13.0	1.83	0.02	9.44