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If you want to see the Great Barrier Reef or the Outback, winter is the ideal time. If you want snow, head to the Australian Alps in NSW or Victoria.

| Season | Months | Weather Snapshot | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | December, January, February | Hot to very hot, sunny, occasional storms | | Autumn | March, April, May | Mild days, cooler nights, changing leaves | | Winter | June, July, August | Cool to cold, rainy (especially in the south) | | Spring | September, October, November | Warming up, windy, wildflowers blooming | australian seasons by month

| If you want... | Best Australian Month(s) | | :--- | :--- | | | December – February (South coast) or May – September (North coast) | | Snow sports | July – August (Snowy Mountains, NSW/Victoria) | | Avoiding crowds | May or October (Shoulder seasons) | | Outback hiking | June – August (Cooler desert nights) | | Whale watching | June – October (East and West coasts) | If you want to see the Great Barrier

Many consider autumn the best time to visit Australia due to mild temperatures and lower humidity. Best times to visit Australia - Tourism Australia | Best Australian Month(s) | | :--- |

If you are travelling in January, book accommodation well in advance as it is the peak domestic holiday period.