When to Visit Australia

It is no surprise that one of the world’s largest countries is a treasure trove for those who love to travel. What’s surprising is the number of unique features Australia has to offer for its visitors. If you want to explore Australia’s greatest offerings, you will have to make sure that you visit during the right time. Moreover, you have to pay attention to which part of Australia you will be traveling to- the country’s size is so big that there will be changes in weather from one part to the other!If you are planning your trip to Australia, this is when you should start thinking about the best time to visit Australia. This guide will give you a brief overview and let you choose the right time to visit!

A trip to Australia in January is bound to involve beautiful sunny days spent lounging on the beaches around its coast. It is the middle of summer in the country during this month, and visiting Australia in January makes a great escape from the cold dark skies of Europe and North America. Whilst the Outback and the Red Center are burning up, temperatures along the Great Ocean Road are ideal, and Tasmania sees the best conditions of the year for outdoor adventures, which range from hiking to fishing.

Fly to tour Australia in February for an unforgettable summer retreat. Indulge in numerous summer fests, soak up the sun and relax on sandy beaches. Explore the Great Barrier Reef, an area teeming with marine life; visit the scenic wineries in the coastal town of Denmark; and tour the Whitsunday Islands. Whether you are after an adventure, exploration, or sightseeing, Australia has it all.

The official start of the fall season, the month of March sees cooler temperatures across Australia, although that does not mean you should be preparing your winter wardrobe! You will still find plenty of people taking to the beaches of Western Australia and New South Wales during this time of year, and this month is also a great time for sightseeing around Sydney Harbor and exploring Melbourne’s alleyways. Plus, although it is still a peak season in Australia in March, you will not find quite so much competition for flights and accommodation as during December, January, and February either.

Because of its Southern Hemisphere location, it is the start of the fall season in Australia in April. The unpleasantly hot temperatures of summer have come to an end, meaning there is hardly anywhere in the country that is off-limits to travelers. In addition, there are several major events to look out for, ensuring any visit to Australia is a special experience. Anzac Day is particularly important to the nation, but we have got all you need to know about Australia in April right here.

From the warmer climes of Darwin to the cooler temperatures of Melbourne and Adelaide, the mercury tips both ways when you take a trip to Australia in May. Despite this being the last month of autumn, Sydney stays relatively warm, while a hot, dry spell kicks in throughout the tropical north, opening opportunities for national park visits. No matter where you find yourself, May is an exceptional month to visit the Land Down Under.

With the south getting its first taste of winter and the north in its dry season, Australia in June offers a wide variety of activities. This month sees snowbirds flocking to warmer attractions like Port Douglas and the Whitsundays, leaving colder southeastern destinations with more breathing space. Now is a great time to take in the highlights of Sydney and Melbourne, discover the stunning Great Barrier Reef or ski down the powdery slopes of majestic Tasmanian mountains.

Australia in July is a mixed bag of hot and cold weather conditions depending on where you are. The spotlight is on the tropical north with its warm and dry season, while the south is smack in the middle of winter. July is ideal for a wide range of activities like skiing on the slopes of Tasmania, swimming on the stunning beaches of northern Queensland, or sightseeing in southern cities.

A trip to Australia in August sees the last month of winter. The mercury rises slightly in the south compared to July as spring hoves into view, but it's warm and dry in the tropical north. As southern sun-lovers scurry for warmth, expect crowding and price spikes in northern destinations. Thanks to varying climates, however, the sky’s the limit on what you can do: visit Queensland’s beaches, ski in the Australian slopes, explore wildlife in the outback, or experience the south’s winter charm.

Wave goodbye to winter and say hello to spring with a trip to Australia in September. This is a month of bright skies, cool nights under the stars, and a stirring of new plant and animal life. A continuation of the dry season in the far north, September also marks an end to heavy rains in southern cities like Sydney and Melbourne, thereby ensuring that there is nowhere in Australia that cannot be visited in October.

Enjoy all of the country’s outdoor activities, including its beaches, during your trip to Australia in October. Although this is not the driest month of the year, rain is rarely an issue at this time. Instead, daily temperatures start increasing as spring blooms and Australia’s best cities are awash with festivals and other one-off events that you will not want to miss. Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about Australia in October.

The last month of spring in the southern hemisphere, Australia in November welcomes rising temperatures and improving spirits as locals begin to spend most of their time al fresco. It is a month when little of the country is off-limits.Visitors can explore everything from ancient rainforests to suburban Sydney beaches, by way of Uluru and the ‘Red Center’. Yet, Australia in November does not see that much of tourist crowds — most of them arrive in December. This makes November a good all-round time to tour Australia.

The start of the summer season in the Southern Hemisphere means that it is warm right across Australia in December. In terms of the weather, you will want to stick to the country’s south, but that still leaves you with plenty of options, including cities like Sydney and Canberra, as well as Tasmania and the Margaret River. And although the Christmas break makes it one of the most popular times to explore Australia for both domestic and international visitors, the country’s size means there is always somewhere to soak up the sun in solitude.

Left isolated for most of its history, Australia has managed to develop its own unique wildlife and culture. Summer is the high season in this country and for good reasons; warm temperatures and long days make it the perfect season to visit this gigantic island. Head to Byron Bay for a surf class, get some fresh air in the mountains tackling the Australian Alps walking track, or visit one of the country’s popular metropolises such as Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. Summer in Australia, starting in late December and ending in late March, also abounds in festivals and events from New Year’s Eve celebrations to the renowned Sydney Mardi Gras. Read on to find out what a tour to Australia in the summer will look like.

With stunning natural vistas, vast swathes of wilderness populated by an incredible range of wildlife, beautiful beaches, and vibrant metropolises, Australia has everything to fit the bill to be called a bucket list travel destination. During the winter in Australia, which lasts from June to August, the country offers a variety of activities for all types of travelers. Head to Rottnest Island to enjoy the best waves of the year, ski down the slopes of the Australian Alps or travel north to make the most out of the dry season and treat yourself to a hiking holiday in Larapinta Trail. Being the off-peak season, a winter trip to Australia guarantees low tourist numbers at popular sites and attractions and affordable travel and accommodation rates.

Sydney, sweet Sydney! With an iconic harbour, fabulous beaches, dramatic cliff-top walks, hedonistic nightlife, world-class cuisine, museums, art galleries and superb shopping, Sydney is one of the world’s best international cities, with many spectacular things to do and places to visit. So when is the best time to visit Sydney?