The best times to visit Tennant Creek for ideal weather are

April 23rd to September 9th

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

 

 


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Weather in Tennant Creek

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tennant Creek vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd 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 Tennant Creek, the hottest months are November, January, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early December where highs are regularly around 101°F (38.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.1°F (24.5°C) at night.

Tennant Creek Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tennant Creek 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.

Tennant Creek Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tennant Creek Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tennant Creek 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 97.4 86 75.5
Feb 96.3 85.1 74.5
Mar 94 83.4 73
Apr 89.3 78.1 67.3
May 81.8 70.6 60.3
Jun 75.3 63.8 53.2
Jul 76.7 64.6 53.2
Aug 81.5 68.8 56.4
Sep 90.2 77.4 64.4
Oct 96.1 83.5 70.5
Nov 98.6 86.5 74.4
Dec 97.6 86 75

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 36.3 30 24.2
Feb 35.7 29.5 23.6
Mar 34.4 28.6 22.8
Apr 31.8 25.6 19.6
May 27.7 21.4 15.7
Jun 24.1 17.7 11.8
Jul 24.8 18.1 11.8
Aug 27.5 20.4 13.6
Sep 32.3 25.2 18
Oct 35.6 28.6 21.4
Nov 37 30.3 23.6
Dec 36.4 30 23.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tennant Creek are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Tennant Creek? 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 Tennant Creek.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tennant Creek (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 25% 0 6.2
Feb 19% 0 4.1
Mar 8% 0 1.8
Apr 4% 0 0.8
May 3% 0 0.3
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 1% 0 0.2
Aug 1% 0 0.2
Sep 2% 0 0.3
Oct 3% 0 0.5
Nov 10% 0 2.2
Dec 19% 0 3.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 0 15.7
Feb 19 0 10.4
Mar 8 0 4.6
Apr 4 0 2
May 3 0 0.8
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 1 0 0.5
Aug 1 0 0.5
Sep 2 0 0.8
Oct 3 0 1.3
Nov 10 0 5.6
Dec 19 0 9.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Tennant Creek has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is September (14.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (42.5%).

Wind in Tennant Creek is usually moderate. The windiest month is June, followed by July and September. June’s average wind speed of around 9.4 knots (10.8 MPH or 17.4 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 late September where average top sustained speeds reach 17 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Feb 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 8.2 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Apr 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
May 8.9 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Jun 9.4 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Jul 9.4 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Aug 9.1 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Sep 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Oct 9.1 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Nov 8.4 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Dec 8 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 42.5%
Feb 39.3%
Mar 34.8%
Apr 25.5%
May 27.2%
Jun 27.4%
Jul 22.9%
Aug 14.9%
Sep 14.2%
Oct 14.9%
Nov 24.7%
Dec 37%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tennant Creek?

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 Tennant Creek, NO, Australia is August, followed by June 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 Tennant Creek in November. 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 48 in November means 48% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Tennant Creek Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.3°F (35.2°C) and 78.5°F (25.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 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 the busiest season for tourism in Tennant Creek, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 99.5°F (37.5°C) and 87.3°F (30.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat warm this time of year in Tennant Creek to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 101°F (38.3°C) and 92.9°F (33.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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