Darwin during the wet season

Typically the best time to visit Darwin is during the Dry Season which falls between the months April and September. During this time Darwin comes alive with festivals, markets and outdoor events and there is no risk of tropical cyclones and floods. This is also the peak season for tourism in the Topend and with that come the crowds. During the Dry seasons Darwin's temperatures drop down a comfortable 25 degrees celsius during the day with low humidity.



If you are visiting Darwin during August, you’ll get to experience the Darwin Fringe Festival and the Festival of Darwin. Both are popular amongst locals and are a celebration of art and music. You can also be a part of the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards which usually takes place between August-October. Those visiting in June will also get the chance to checkout the Darwin Blues Festival as well as participating in one of the regions most unique events; The Beer Can Regatta. Every year locals build boats out of beer cans and race them down on the beach.

Visitors to Darwin who arrive between the months of October and March will experience the famous wet season. It is at this time that the region experiences high temperatures and humidity. It is also a time of rain, thunder storms and cyclones. A upside to visiting Darwin during this time is reduced prices, Barramundi Fishing, amazing landscape and of course, no tourists.