Weather radar Canberra
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Canberra climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Canberra shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 25.9° | 25.7° | 24° | 19.7° | 15.4° | 11.5° | 11.5° | 13.8° | 16.8° | 19.4° | 21.9° | 25.3° |
| Avg low (°C) | 14.8° | 14.1° | 13° | 8.1° | 4.7° | 2.4° | 2.4° | 3.5° | 4.7° | 7.5° | 10.6° | 12.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 77 | 51 | 58 | 55 | 50 | 50 | 42 | 47 | 52 | 56 | 102 | 53 |
| Rainy days | 10 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| Sunshine hours | 342 | 305 | 292 | 266 | 243 | 207 | 216 | 259 | 292 | 314 | 310 | 377 |
| Humidity | 72% | 72% | 73% | 77% | 82% | 86% | 84% | 82% | 74% | 71% | 71% | 66% |
Best time to visit Canberra
The best time to visit Canberra is typically December. In this month the average high is 25.3°C, precipitation is 53 mm and sunshine duration is 377 hours. The annual average high is 19.2°C, total annual precipitation is 693 mm (91 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3423 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Canberra
How up to date is the weather radar for Canberra?
The weather radar for Canberra is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Canberra?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Canberra: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Canberra?
The thunderstorm potential for Canberra is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Canberra.
What is the climate like in Canberra?
Canberra has an annual average high of 19.2°C. The warmest month is January (avg high 25.9°C), the coldest June (avg low 2.4°C). The wettest month is November with 102 mm, the driest July with 42 mm. Total annual precipitation is 693 mm (91 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3423 hours.
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