Best time to visit Darwin
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Darwin
23 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Darwin).
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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise - 2
5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure - 3
4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge with Guluyambi Cultural Cruise - 4
ETHICAL ADVENTURES - 1 Day premium Litchfield tour, small group - 5
Jumping Crocodiles + Wetlands Half-Day - 6Darwin: Jumping Crocodiles & Land-based Barramundi Fishing
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Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise - 8
LookAbout Darwin, Wetlands & Wildlife Premium Tour - Max 6 Guests - 9
Guided Kakadu Day Tour - 10
Darwin City Tour + Crocodile Cruise - 11
Golden Eye Sunset Jet Skiing in Darwin - 12
Honey Ryder Sunrise Jet Skiing in Darwin - 13
Berry Springs + Crocodile Cruise - 14
Darwin Walking Tour: World War II Reflections - 15
Walk the Darwin Botanic Gardens - 16
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise - 17
Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience - 18
Kakadu Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming - 19
1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch - 20
Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine & Litchfield Adventure - 21
Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield Adventure - 22
Darwin Half Day Coastal Tour with Local Cuisine Tasting - 23
5 Day 4WD Kakadu Koolpin Safari
Last refreshed 2026-06-06.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Darwin (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Darwin's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26–30 | 34 | 26 | 395 | 15.2 | 77% | 23 | 181 | 9 | Quiet | 1 |
| Feb | 26–30 | 34 | 23 | 358 | 15.6 | 78% | 22 | 171 | 10 | Quiet | 1 |
| Mar | 26–30 | 35 | 25 | 281 | 11.2 | 76% | 18 | 226 | 10 | Quiet | 1 |
| Apr | 26–31 | 35 | 14 | 138 | 9.9 | 65% | 18 | 236 | 10 | Quiet | 3 |
| May | 24–31 | 32 | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 49% | 20 | 254 | 9 | Moderate | 6 |
| Jun | 23–30 | 31 | 3 | 21 | 7.0 | 50% | 20 | 241 | 8 | Moderate | 7 |
| Jul | 21–29 | 29 | 1 | 9 | 9.0 | 46% | 21 | 253 | 8 | Quiet | 9 |
| Aug | 23–31 | 31 | 1 | 19 | 19.0 | 49% | 22 | 258 | 10 | Busy | 7 |
| Sep | 25–31 | 33 | 8 | 91 | 11.4 | 55% | 23 | 259 | 11 | Quiet | 5 |
| Oct | 26–32 | 35 | 14 | 124 | 8.9 | 63% | 19 | 268 | 12 | Quiet | 3 |
| Nov | 27–32 | 36 | 18 | 162 | 9.0 | 65% | 17 | 251 | 11 | Peak | 2 |
| Dec | 27–31 | 36 | 24 | 287 | 12.0 | 73% | 19 | 209 | 10 | Quiet | 1 |
UV Index in Darwin by Month
UV index in Darwin peaks at 12 (extreme) in October, dropping to 8 (high) in June. January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November, December reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
July
9/1021–29°C · 1 rain days (9h) · 253 sun hours · 46% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 8 (very high)
June
7/1023–30°C · 3 rain days (21h) · 241 sun hours · 50% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 8 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
August
7/1023–31°C · 1 rain days (19h) · 258 sun hours · 49% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 10 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 11 (extreme)
Every month
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January
1/1026–30°C (feels 34°C) · 26 rain days (395h) · 181 sun hours · 77% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 12 (extreme)
February
1/1026–30°C (feels 34°C) · 23 rain days (358h) · 171 sun hours · 78% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 13 (extreme)
March
1/1026–30°C (feels 35°C) · 25 rain days (281h) · 226 sun hours · 76% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 13 (extreme)
April
3/1026–31°C (feels 35°C) · 14 rain days (138h) · 236 sun hours · 65% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 12 (extreme)
May
6/1024–31°C (feels 32°C) · 2 rain days (17h) · 254 sun hours · 49% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 9 (very high)
September
5/1025–31°C (feels 33°C) · 8 rain days (91h) · 259 sun hours · 55% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 11 (extreme) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 13 (extreme)
October
3/1026–32°C (feels 35°C) · 14 rain days (124h) · 268 sun hours · 63% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 12 (extreme) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 13 (extreme)
November
2/1027–32°C (feels 36°C) · 18 rain days (162h) · 251 sun hours · 65% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 11 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 13 (extreme)
December
1/1027–31°C (feels 36°C) · 24 rain days (287h) · 209 sun hours · 73% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 13 (extreme)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Darwin
When is the best time to visit Darwin?
July is the highest-scoring month (9/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 21–29°C (1 rainy day). The top three months by score are July, June, August.
What is the worst time to visit Darwin?
December is the lowest-scoring month (1/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 27–31°C (24 rainy days).
Is Darwin too hot in summer?
11 months (January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November, December) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Darwin?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in January and peaks in November. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Darwin have good weather but fewer tourists?
July (climate 9/10, crowd index 26) and June (climate 7/10, crowd index 44) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Darwin by month?
UV peaks at 12 (extreme) in October and is lowest in June at 8 (high). Monthly peak values: Jan 9, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 10, May 9, Jun 8, Jul 8, Aug 10, Sep 11, Oct 12, Nov 11, Dec 10. January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November, December reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Darwin in October?
October is the peak UV month in Darwin, with a daily-peak UV index of 12 (extreme). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Darwin on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. March is the worst case: typical days average UV 10 (very high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 13 (extreme) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: January, February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November, December. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Darwin bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 1 month: June. The worst month is June with a typical-day mean of 12 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 19 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.