When Is The Best Time To Travel And Have An Australian Adventure

Australia is a vast country and can take months of driving just to do a lap around the coastal roads approx 25,000 km. There is an amazing choice of things to do, destinations to visit and experiences to discover. Here are some suggestions for when it is the best time to travel to different parts of Australia.
Northern Australia

Generally the best time to travel north is in the cooler months May to September. Northern Queensland, the Top End, the Red Centre and most of Western Australia are very popular. This is when daytime temperatures are 19°-31°C and it rains very occasionally. June, July and August are the busiest months in these areas.

Southern Australia

The southern states of Australia are very popular in the summer months. When travelling during October to April in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania you'll find warm weather and lots of sunshine great for experiencing the great outdoors.

If you are travelling and going to a variety of destinations it would be best go in either Spring or Autumn to escape the extreme heat or cold temperatures.

Here are the best months to go to these areas

Northern Territory and Kakadu - May through September

Ayers Rock and The Olgas - April through November

Tasmania - November through March - Summer months are best

Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef - April through December

Western Australia - August through December

Australia Alps - June to August

Australia’s Seasons are

Summer is from December to February

Autumn is from March to May

Winter is from June to August

Spring is from September to November

For most of the country the hottest month is January

Australia has some many things to do you will never run out of options, here is a few ideas - Eat out restaurants or cafes. Go shopping for pleasure. Go to the beach do some swimming, surfing, diving. Go to our unique markets. Visit National Parks & State Parks. Find a unique Pub. Visit Wildlife Parks, Zoos & Aquariums. Visit Botanical or public gardens. Ride a camel. Charter a boat, take a cruise, ride a ferry . Visit historical heritage buildings & monuments.

Most of these activities can be found anywhere in Australia. Enjoy!

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