The best times to visit Lake Eyre Basin for ideal weather are

April 9th to June 10th

or

July 30th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Lake Eyre Basin Travel Info

Weather in Lake Eyre Basin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lake Eyre Basin vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th 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 Lake Eyre Basin, the hottest months are January, December, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early January where highs are regularly around 104.8°F (40.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.6°F (25.3°C) at night.

Lake Eyre Basin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lake Eyre Basin 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.

Lake Eyre Basin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lake Eyre Basin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lake Eyre Basin 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 103.9 91.5 77.8
Feb 100.4 88.1 74.8
Mar 95.3 83 69.6
Apr 87.7 74.4 60.2
May 78.7 65.5 51.6
Jun 70.3 58 45.2
Jul 70.8 57.3 43
Aug 76.8 62.1 46.2
Sep 85.5 70.7 53.9
Oct 93.7 79 61.6
Nov 97.9 84.2 68.6
Dec 102 88.7 73.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 39.9 33.1 25.4
Feb 38 31.2 23.8
Mar 35.2 28.3 20.9
Apr 30.9 23.6 15.7
May 25.9 18.6 10.9
Jun 21.3 14.4 7.3
Jul 21.6 14.1 6.1
Aug 24.9 16.7 7.9
Sep 29.7 21.5 12.2
Oct 34.3 26.1 16.4
Nov 36.6 29 20.3
Dec 38.9 31.5 23

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lake Eyre Basin are August, April, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late March. For example, on the week of March 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late February and early March with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Lake Eyre Basin? 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 Lake Eyre Basin.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lake Eyre Basin (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 5% 0 1.2
Feb 6% 0 1.9
Mar 4% 0 0.8
Apr 1% 0 0.1
May 1% 0 0.3
Jun 2% 0 0.6
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 1% 0 0.1
Sep 2% 0 0.3
Oct 2% 0 0.2
Nov 6% 0 0.8
Dec 4% 0 0.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 3
Feb 6 0 4.8
Mar 4 0 2
Apr 1 0 0.3
May 1 0 0.8
Jun 2 0 1.5
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 1 0 0.3
Sep 2 0 0.8
Oct 2 0 0.5
Nov 6 0 2
Dec 4 0 1.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Lake Eyre Basin has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is October (12.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (40.8%).

Wind in Lake Eyre Basin is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 10.1 knots (11.6 MPH or 18.7 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 17.7 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Lake Eyre Basin.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

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 10.1 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Feb 9.5 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Mar 9.5 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
May 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jul 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Aug 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Sep 8.9 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Oct 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Nov 9.6 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Dec 10 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 21.4%
Feb 25.7%
Mar 26.8%
Apr 24.9%
May 32.1%
Jun 40.8%
Jul 35%
Aug 23.2%
Sep 17.5%
Oct 12.9%
Nov 19%
Dec 17.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lake Eyre Basin?

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 Lake Eyre Basin, Australia is January, followed by May and February. 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 Lake Eyre Basin in October. 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 70.4 in October means 70.4% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Lake Eyre Basin Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 97.3°F (36.3°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Lake Eyre Basin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 99.8°F (37.7°C) and 82.1°F (27.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat warm this time of year in Lake Eyre Basin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 104.8°F (40.4°C) and 97.3°F (36.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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