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Autumn leaves in Canberra

Seasons and weather

The beauty of Canberra's weather is that is it distinct across every season.

Canberra tends to be known for clean, fresh air and stunning blue skies.

Man standing on rocks looking out at the view
Summer

December to February

Temperatures in summer average a maximum of around 28°C (82°F). Humidity levels are typically low.  

Autumn leaves in Canberra
Autumn

March to May

Autumn has an average maximum temperature of 20°C (68°F). It is an impressive time in Canberra when the changing leaves result in beautiful hues of orange, red, yellow and purple.  

Winter

June to August

Given the city’s average elevation is 570 m (1,870 feet), frosts are common in winter. Yet the days are still sunny with an average of 13°C (55°F). Winter nights can drop to below 0°C. 

Colourful flowers and a ferris wheel at the Floriade flower festival in Canberra
Spring

September to November

Spring has an average maximum temperature of 21°C (69°F) and is particularly pleasant with many of the city’s flowers and blossom trees sprouting to life.