Climate Insights for Groote Eylandt Airport

East Arnhem, Northern Territory, Australia

Hottest
December
31°C peak
Coldest
July
22°C low
Wettest
January
215mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Groote Eylandt Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 873mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 215mm of rainfall. Groote Eylandt Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: December, November, February. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 22°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 29° Min: 28° Feb Max: 31° Average: 29° Min: 28° Mar Max: 30° Average: 29° Min: 28° Apr Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jun Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 23° Jul Max: 25° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 25° Average: 24° Min: 22° Sep Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 26° Nov Max: 31° Average: 29° Min: 28° Dec Max: 31° Average: 29° Min: 28°
Max
Average
Min

Groote Eylandt Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 215mm Feb Precipitation: 168mm Mar Precipitation: 154mm Apr Precipitation: 78mm May Precipitation: 25mm Jun Precipitation: 3mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 10mm Oct Precipitation: 8mm Nov Precipitation: 19mm Dec Precipitation: 188mm
Precipitation

Groote Eylandt Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 873mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 215mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 214mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Groote Eylandt Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

84 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Groote Eylandt Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Groote Eylandt Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in December at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 22°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 28 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 572mm across the season with a monthly average of 191mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 257mm for the season, averaging 86mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 29°
Feb 29°
Mar 29°
Apr 28°
May 26°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 26°
Oct 28°
Nov 29°
Dec 29°

The best time to visit Groote Eylandt Airport is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 2mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Groote Eylandt Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
28 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
215 mm
0 cm
Feb
28 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
168 mm
0 cm
Mar
28 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
154 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
22 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Nov
28 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Dec
28 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
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