The best times to visit Federal for ideal weather are

July 16th to October 21st

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

 

 


Other Federal Travel Info

Weather in Federal

Temperature

Average temperatures in Federal vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 62nd 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 Federal, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid January where highs are regularly around 83.5°F (28.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.3°F (20.7°C) at night.

Federal Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Federal 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.

Federal Perceived Temperature (F)

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Federal Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Federal 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 82.3 75.3 69.5
Feb 81.1 74.5 68.7
Mar 79.8 73.4 67.6
Apr 74.8 68.7 62.7
May 70.2 64.3 58.3
Jun 66.4 60.5 54.8
Jul 65.2 59.1 52.8
Aug 68.1 61.6 54.8
Sep 71.6 65.1 58.5
Oct 74.4 67.6 61.4
Nov 77.5 70.9 65.3
Dec 79.1 72.7 67.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.9 24.1 20.8
Feb 27.3 23.6 20.4
Mar 26.6 23 19.8
Apr 23.8 20.4 17.1
May 21.2 17.9 14.6
Jun 19.1 15.8 12.7
Jul 18.4 15.1 11.6
Aug 20.1 16.4 12.7
Sep 22 18.4 14.7
Oct 23.6 19.8 16.3
Nov 25.3 21.6 18.5
Dec 26.2 22.6 19.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Federal are August, September, and then October. 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 August. For example, on the week of August 6th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Federal? 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 Federal.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Federal (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 26% 0 5.8
Feb 32% 0 6.1
Mar 23% 0 5
Apr 30% 0 6.1
May 31% 0 4.3
Jun 32% 0 6.2
Jul 22% 0 3.1
Aug 12% 0 2.9
Sep 14% 0 1.8
Oct 18% 0 3.6
Nov 22% 0 3.7
Dec 32% 0 6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 26 0 14.7
Feb 32 0 15.5
Mar 23 0 12.7
Apr 30 0 15.5
May 31 0 10.9
Jun 32 0 15.7
Jul 22 0 7.9
Aug 12 0 7.4
Sep 14 0 4.6
Oct 18 0 9.1
Nov 22 0 9.4
Dec 32 0 15.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Federal has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is August (57.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (72%).

Wind in Federal is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is February, followed by December and October. February’s average wind speed of around 12.8 knots (14.7 MPH or 23.7 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late December where average top sustained speeds reach 20.2 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 12.4 Significant breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Feb 12.8 Significant breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Mar 12.1 Significant breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Apr 11.8 Significant breeze 17 Strong breeze
May 11.2 Significant breeze 16.4 Strong breeze
Jun 11.6 Significant breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Jul 11.5 Significant breeze 16.5 Strong breeze
Aug 11.5 Significant breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Sep 12 Significant breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Oct 12.5 Significant breeze 18.1 Strong breeze
Nov 12.3 Significant breeze 17.7 Strong breeze
Dec 12.7 Significant breeze 18.2 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.6%
Feb 72%
Mar 70.2%
Apr 71%
May 65%
Jun 65.1%
Jul 60.3%
Aug 57.6%
Sep 62.3%
Oct 66.3%
Nov 71.5%
Dec 72%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Federal?

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 Federal, NW, Australia is July, followed by August and September. 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 Federal in May. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 68.5 in May means 68.5% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Federal Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 68.6°F (20.3°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Federal, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 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 Federal to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83.5°F (28.6°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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