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Forecast by:  | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu | 18 Sep Fri |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 28° 12° | 30° 14° | 29° 16° | 27° 16° | 26° 14° | 26° 11° | 29° 12° |
| Precipitation | 5% | 5% | 21% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 5% |
| Humidity | 55% | 52% | 52% | 45% | 44% | 31% | 17% |
| Wind | 15 km/h | 12 km/h | 28 km/h | 27 km/h | 28 km/h | 25 km/h | 20 km/h |
Best time to visit Ayers Rock
The best time to visit Uluru is from May to September, when conditions are dry and daytime temperatures suit walking, although winter nights can fall below freezing. April and October are reasonable alternatives, but afternoons may be hot; November to March is less comfortable because of high temperatures, intense UV and occasional thunderstorms.
JanuaryTemp (°C)31°Rain (mm)35Sun Hours9Dry Days23
January is very hot, around 24-38°C, with occasional thunderstorms and much of the year's rain. Heat can reach 40-45°C, making long walks uncomfortable.
FebruaryTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours10Dry Days24
February is hot, around 23-37°C, with heavy rain concentrated in the month and occasional thunderstorms. Summer extremes can approach 40-45°C, so daytime walking may be difficult.
MarchTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours10Dry Days25
March is hot, around 20-34°C, with thunderstorms and much of the region's rainfall. Wet weather can briefly fill waterholes and create temporary waterfalls.
AprilTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours9Dry Days26
April is mild to warm, around 15-30°C, with generally dry conditions. Walking is feasible, although afternoon heat can remain strong.
MayTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours9Dry Days27
May is mild and dry, around 10-25°C, making it well suited to exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta on foot. Nights can feel chilly in the desert.
JuneTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours9Dry Days27
June has mild days around 5-21°C and very cold desert nights, sometimes below freezing. Clear, dry weather suits sightseeing and walking.
JulyTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours10Dry Days28
July is dry, with daytime temperatures around 5-20°C and nights that can fall below freezing. Cool walking conditions suit visits to the rock and nearby gorges.
AugustTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)4Sun Hours10Dry Days28
August is dry and comfortable for walking, around 7-24°C. Wildflowers may add seasonal colour, while desert nights remain cool.
SeptemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)6Sun Hours10Dry Days28
September is dry and suited to walking, around 11-29°C. Wildflowers may be visible, although afternoons can become quite warm.
OctoberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours10Dry Days26
October is warm to hot, around 16-33°C, with intense UV and occasional heat above 35°C. Early starts are preferable for longer walks.
NovemberTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)20Sun Hours12Dry Days23
November is hot, around 20-36°C, with intense UV and occasional temperatures above 35°C. Heat can limit comfortable daytime walking.
DecemberTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)24Sun Hours12Dry Days23
December is very hot, around 23-38°C, with summer extremes approaching 40-45°C. Intense UV and occasional storms make extended daytime walks uncomfortable.
Sources: australia.com
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Brief
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is remote. Plan flights, accommodation, park entry and transport well in advance, and allow substantial time between the airport, Ayers Rock Resort and the park.
- Climbing Uluru is permanently prohibited. Base walks, ranger-led cultural experiences and Kata Tjuta trails are the appropriate alternatives.
- The new Uluru Kakararra Trail offers a multi-day route between Uluru and Kata Tjuta, but it is available only through the authorised operator and is designed for the April-September trekking season.
- Look for Australian bush foods such as quandong, wattleseed, lemon myrtle, native pepper and kangaroo on resort and tour menus.
Safety and health
- Outback hikes require careful water planning. Carry more water than you expect to need, avoid setting out in the hottest part of the day, and follow park advice if conditions change. Remote tracks and roads can have limited mobile coverage; if a vehicle breaks down, stay with it for shade and visibility. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Ultraviolet exposure can be intense even in cooler months. Use SPF 50+ sunscreen, protective clothing and a broad-brimmed hat, and seek shade around midday. (
- Mosquitoes can transmit Ross River virus and, mainly in northern and central Queensland, dengue. Use repellent and cover exposed skin, although these risks are less characteristic of the dry Uluru area. (
cdc.gov)
- Melioidosis is mainly a northern Australia risk. Avoid muddy water, floodwater and disturbed soil after heavy rain, and cover cuts and wounds. (
- A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers aged one year or older arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission risk, including qualifying airport transits. It is not required for direct travel from the United States. (
Recent News
- 27 August 2026: The Uluru Kakararra Trail, a new roughly 40-mile multi-day trek linking Uluru and Kata Tjuta, is now operating through an exclusive guided package. Departures are expected through September, so availability may be limited for late-season visitors. (
outsideonline.com |
nationalgeographic.com)
