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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Reef Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

☁️10°C
OvercastCanberraFeels like 7° · Wind 8 km/h · Humidity 83%
UV 2 LowSunrise 06:41Sunset 17:33
Today🌦️14°💧27%
Wed🌦️16°💧5%
Thu🌦️14°💧65%
Fri🌦️16°💧20%
Sat☁️15°💧10%
Sun☁️14°💧4%
Mon☁️14°💧22%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Canberra’s weather is cool to cold in winter, warm to hot in summer, with four distinct seasons and low humidity most of the year. The live forecast above shows today’s conditions; keep an eye on afternoon storms in summer and frosty mornings in winter.

What’s the typical pattern for Canberra weather this time of year?

Canberra sits inland at about 580 metres elevation, so temperatures drop quickly after sunset. Summer days reach the low 30s °C but nights stay mild. Winter maxima hover near 11–13 °C, with frequent frost and clear skies. Spring and autumn are transitional, often with crisp mornings and mild afternoons. The best way to track week‑ahead changes is the canberra weather 7 day forecast on the Bureau of Meteorology site or our live feed above.

How reliable is the bom canberra weather forecast?

The Bureau of Meteorology runs the official bom canberra weather service, which is generally accurate for the next three days. For longer planning, the canberra weather 14 day outlook gives a useful trend but can shift. The canberra weather radar from BOM’s Captains Flat radar shows approaching rain bands and storms within about 200 km of the city.

Average summer max27–30 °C
Average winter min0–2 °C (frost common)
Annual rainfall~620 mm, spring peak
Sunshine hours~2,800 hours/year
What’s the weather in Canberra 10 days out?

The 10‑day forecast gives a broad idea of temperature trends but confidence drops after day 7. Check the weather in canberra 10 days page on BOM or Elders Weather for daily updates.

Does Canberra weather vary much by month?

Yes. January is the hottest month, July the coldest, and September often the windiest. The canberra weather by month summary on WillyWeather shows long‑term averages for each month.

Is there a reliable Canberra weather tomorrow forecast?

The canberra weather tomorrow forecast from BOM is usually very reliable. It’s updated twice daily and accounts for overnight frost and afternoon winds.

For other capital cities, check our Australia weather hub or specific guides for Sydney Weather and Melbourne Weather.