Climate Insights for Daly Waters Airfield

Roper Gulf, Northern Territory, Australia

Hottest
November
38°C peak
Coldest
July
14°C low
Wettest
January
217mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Daly Waters Airfield is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 624mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 217mm of rainfall. Daly Waters Airfield 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, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Feb Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 24° Mar Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Apr Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° May Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jun Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Jul Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 14° Aug Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 16° Sep Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 20° Oct Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Nov Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 25° Dec Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 26°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Daly Waters Airfield vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°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: 217mm Feb Precipitation: 163mm Mar Precipitation: 64mm Apr Precipitation: 7mm May Precipitation: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 41mm Dec Precipitation: 115mm
Precipitation

Daly Waters Airfield is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 624mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 217mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 217mm 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 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 19km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 19km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Daly Waters Airfield is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/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 18km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Daly Waters Airfield, which began on March 20, 2026. Daly Waters Airfield 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 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 14°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 38°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 495mm across the season with a monthly average of 165mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 8mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/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 27°
May 24°
Jun 22°
Jul 21°
Aug 24°
Sep 28°
Oct 31°
Nov 31°
Dec 31°

The best time to visit Daly Waters Airfield 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 38°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 Daly Waters Airfield 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
25 °C
34 °C
16 km/h
217 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
35 °C
15 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
34 °C
18 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
35 °C
19 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
38 °C
18 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
38 °C
16 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
37 °C
16 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
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