Australia is a vast country — so big it spans three different timezones and eight climate zones. This means weather considerations will largely depend on which area of Australia you wish to explore. The Southern states tend to experience the four seasons, while the northern half of Australia has just two seasons — wet (October to May) and dry (June to September).

If you‘re thinking of diving the Great Barrier Reef and seeing the rainforests of Far North Queensland, you‘ll be glad to know these are year-round destinations, though planning around the dry season will offer better visibility and an easier time for outdoor exploration.

For adventurers planning an outback adventure to Uluru and the desert, cooler months from May to August are your best bet for a more comfortable stay. If you‘re thinking of heading to Tasmania, you can expect a much cooler climate overall compared to the mainland — warmer months between October and March are most ideal.