Monthly climate guide
Darwin weather in October
With highs near 33°C (92°F) and lows around 28°C (82°F), October feels very hot in Darwin. Rainfall averages about 58 mm (some rain) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 28°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Rain is well below Darwin's usual level (around 54% less).
- Compared with Perth, Darwin runs roughly 13°C warmer this month.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Darwin.
October is typically Darwin's warmest month.
Avg high
33°C
92°F
Avg low
28°C
82°F
Rainfall
58 mm
some rain
Humidity
64%
relative
Sky
51%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Darwin weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 28°C / 82°F | 390 mm | 81% | 90% |
| February | 30°C / 86°F | 28°C / 82°F | 293 mm | 81% | 85% |
| March | 30°C / 87°F | 27°C / 81°F | 256 mm | 80% | 82% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 79°F | 90 mm | 74% | 62% |
| May | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 75°F | 24 mm | 68% | 52% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 2 mm | 59% | 45% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 1 mm | 55% | 40% |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 73°F | 1 mm | 54% | 38% |
| September | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 78°F | 13 mm | 60% | 44% |
| October | 33°C / 92°F | 28°C / 82°F | 58 mm | 64% | 51% |
| November | 32°C / 90°F | 29°C / 83°F | 134 mm | 69% | 68% |
| December | 31°C / 89°F | 29°C / 83°F | 235 mm | 75% | 87% |
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October a good time to visit Darwin?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Darwin →Other Australia cities in October
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Darwin in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Darwin?
It can be, if you like heat: October highs in Darwin are around 33°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Darwin in October?
Average highs are about 33°C (92°F) and average lows about 28°C (82°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Darwin in October?
Darwin typically gets around 58 mm of rain in October — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Darwin (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.