Climate Insights for Borroloola Airport

The climate in Borroloola Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 818mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 219mm of rainfall. Borroloola 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: November, December, October. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperatures in Borroloola Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Borroloola Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 818mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 219mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 218mm less than February, 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.

Borroloola Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Borroloola Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Borroloola 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 November at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Borroloola Airport is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 3mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Borroloola 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.