The best times to visit Canowindra for ideal weather are

February 5th to April 29th

or

September 24th to December 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Canowindra Travel Info

Weather in Canowindra

Temperature

Average temperatures in Canowindra vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Canowindra, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 92.2°F (33.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.3°F (16.3°C) at night.

Canowindra Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Canowindra Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Canowindra Perceived Temperature (F)

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Canowindra Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Canowindra Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 92.2 77.3 60.4
Feb 87.6 74.4 61.1
Mar 82.3 68.7 54.6
Apr 73.7 60.2 46.4
May 65.7 52.4 39.4
Jun 58.7 48.1 37.7
Jul 57.1 45.7 34.2
Aug 60.4 47.9 35.3
Sep 67.8 53.1 36.5
Oct 76.2 60.5 42.8
Nov 82.3 67.9 51.7
Dec 86.2 71.8 56

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 33.4 25.2 15.8
Feb 30.9 23.6 16.2
Mar 27.9 20.4 12.6
Apr 23.2 15.7 8
May 18.7 11.3 4.1
Jun 14.8 8.9 3.2
Jul 13.9 7.6 1.2
Aug 15.8 8.8 1.8
Sep 19.9 11.7 2.5
Oct 24.6 15.8 6
Nov 27.9 19.9 10.9
Dec 30.1 22.1 13.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Canowindra are May, October, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

When can you find snow in Canowindra? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Canowindra.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Canowindra (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 1.1
Feb 15% 0 2.9
Mar 11% 0 2
Apr 10% 0 1.5
May 9% 0 1.3
Jun 17% 0 1.9
Jul 13% 0 1.8
Aug 10% 0 1.4
Sep 10% 0 1.2
Oct 9% 0 1.1
Nov 18% 0 3
Dec 18% 0 2.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 2.8
Feb 15 0 7.4
Mar 11 0 5.1
Apr 10 0 3.8
May 9 0 3.3
Jun 17 0 4.8
Jul 13 0 4.6
Aug 10 0 3.6
Sep 10 0 3
Oct 9 0 2.8
Nov 18 0 7.6
Dec 18 0 6.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Canowindra has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (35.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (76.1%).

Wind in Canowindra is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 6.8 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early December where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Canowindra.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.8 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Feb 6.2 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Mar 5.5 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Apr 5 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 8.7 Significant breeze
Jun 5 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 9.7 Significant breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.6 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Oct 5.7 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 6.3 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Dec 6.6 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 35.4%
Feb 45.4%
Mar 48.6%
Apr 55.8%
May 65.5%
Jun 76.1%
Jul 75.1%
Aug 68.1%
Sep 58.1%
Oct 47.4%
Nov 43.6%
Dec 40.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Canowindra?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Canowindra, NW, Australia is September, followed by March and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Canowindra in April. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 61 in April means 61% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Canowindra Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.2°F (29°C) and 62.5°F (16.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Canowindra, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 84.3°F (29.1°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Canowindra to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 92.2°F (33.4°C) and 83.1°F (28.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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