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Best Time of Year to Visit AustraliaExplore > Travel Planning Articles > Best Time of Year to Visit AustraliaDate published: 2023-05-07
Ayers Rock, photo courtesy Pete Edgeler on Flickr.
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Australia is enormous, with a wide range of climates. The northern states are typically warm year-round, while the southern states have cooler winters. December to February is summer; March to May is autumn; June to August is winter; and September to November is spring. Novotel Melbourne on Collins 5 nights from 620 per person  Located in the heart of Melbourne, the contemporary Novotel Melbourne on Collins is perfectly positioned on stylish Collins Street, right in the centre of the city. Be it the diverse range of heritage listed buildings, theatres, boutiques, large department stores or renowned parks and gardens, the best of Melbourne is easily accessible by foot or a short tram ride away. The iconic MCG, Rod Laver Arena, Tennis Centre, Telstra Dome, Princess Theatre, Her Majesty's Theatre, Regent Theatre and Federation Square are all within close proximity to the property.The hotel offers 380 beautifully appointed rooms and suites - each peaceful space designed for natural living. Comprising nine dedicated conference and event spaces, business centre, Michel's Restaurant & Bar, fitness centre and direct access to Australia on Collins shopping centre, Novotel Melbourne on Collins is a preferred destination for both business and leisure travellers. Learn more about Novotel Melbourne on Collins Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center 24-hour room service Coffee shop/cafe In-room childcare 24-hour business center Conference center 5 meeting rooms UNESCO Sustainable Property Typical airfares from LAX to Sydney, AustraliaAirfares vary by season, but also day of week, and are definitely affected by holidays.
The chart above shows the typical minimum and maximum fares for a economy class ticket from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD), by month.
Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach 5 nights from 795 per person  Experience dedicated service and laid-back coastal living at the Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach-Sydney hotel.Sweeping Pacific views give our contemporary beachside hotel the wow factor. Step through the polished marble Lobby and out into our sparkling pool, or breathe in the invigorating sea air with a stroll along the Coogee-to-Bondi coastal walk. Wireless Internet at Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach-Sydney means you can work anywhere, even on your own private balcony. The relaxed coastal ambiance of Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach-Sydney is within easy reach of Sydney's Central Business District. Regular buses service the CBD while Sydney International Airport is around 20 minutes away by taxi. Cool off with a dip in the seawater pool at Wylie's Baths, which overlook the famous Wedding Cake Island, 5 minutes' walk from the hotel. Our magnificent seaside location makes the hotel's conferencing facilities an inspiring choice for your brainstorms and board meetings. Break out on the beach and mingle with colleagues over white chocolate martinis in the Bluesalt Bar. The adjacent Bluesalt Restaurant serves up fresh local seafood and fine Pacific views. From sophisticated sea-view dining to rugged coastal walks to Bondi Beach, the Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach-Sydney provides an authentic experience of Sydney's Seaside Village. Choose our stylish Coogee Beach hotel for your next trip. Learn more about Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach Daily housekeeping On the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available Self parking Beach bar Room service Babysitting Conference center 11 meeting rooms Terrace Best time of year to go to different parts of Australia Photo courtesy Jon Haase.
Sydney, in New South Wales, is in Australia's temperate zone. The Great Dividing Range is a major climate factor, as it creates 4 distinct zones: the coastal strip, the highlands, the Western Slopes and the flat countryside to the west. Sydney typically sees about 340 sunny days a year, with humidity in summer around 65%. Pictured above is the famous Sydney Opera House.
Tasmania, the island southeast of the main continent, the climate is mild and temperate. With no part of the island more than about 75 miles from the water, the ocean has a big effect on the climate. Because it's much farther from the equator than the rest of Australia, the seasons are more distinct. January and February are pretty dry, with temperatures averaging about 70F. See the Australia tourism website for a detailed description of the seasons in Australia. Woodbridge on the Derwent 5 nights from 1,340 per person  Experience one of Australia's oldest and most historic houses.Woodbridge on the Derwent offers unique, luxury riverfront accommodation, steeped in history and defined by gracious hospitality. Woodbridge is Tasmania's only Small Luxury Hotel of the World, Tasmania's only accredited 5 Star Hotel, and was listed as one of Australia's Top 10 Luxury Hotels by Business Review Magazine. 1825 Tasmanian Mansion converted to 5 Star Accommodation Woodbridge was built by the first Chief Constable, Thomas Roadknight in 1825 at a cost of over 1000 pounds. The Roadknights had numerous interests in the valley, including the property Ivanhoe, and the bakery in Bothwell. Thomas Roadknight was later jailed for shooting a servant, and sent to Sarah Island. On his return in 1831, he sold Woodbridge to George Lindley and it functioned as an academy for young gentlemen, known as Richmond Hill Academy. Then Woodbridge was again offered for sale in 1833 and was purchased one year later by the Assistant Surveyor General, William Stanley Sharland, for 750 pounds. The Sharland family had been amongst the first arrivals to Van Diemen’s Land and William Stanley married another first settler, Miss Sarah Schaw and they had a large family of four sons and seven daughters, all of whom grew up at Woodbridge. While Sharland lived at Woodbridge he took a keen interest in all colonial affairs as well as carrying on agricultural and pastoral farming in the Derwent Valley, and in 1857, at the age of 56 years, he was elected MLC for the County of Cumberland and later represented New Norfolk in the House of Assembly. Upon his death in 1877, Woodbridge passed to his eldest son, William Cockburn Sharland, who like his father, devoted himself to the development of his Derwent Valley properties. Clara and William Cockburn Sharland had five daughters and one son and in 1905 when it was decided that they should be educated abroad, Woodbridge was again sold. Thereafter Woodbridge passed from one owner to the other, falling gradually into disrepair. In the 1970’s Woodbridge’s glorious out buildings and Dutch barn, collectively know as Alloway Banks, were demolished to make way for the roundabout of the new bridge. By 2003, when the Grimley's first saw Woodbridge, it was dilapidated and decaying. It is fitting that Woodbridge had become Tasmania's premier luxury historic accommodation. The restoration has returned Woodbridge to its former glory, and it is again offers the warm and elegant hospitality for which it was renowned. Storms in AustraliaIn Cairns, on the coast of Queensland, tropical cyclones can occur sometimes between November and May. Around Alice Springs and Ayers Rock, you can see thunderstorms, hail and dust storms in the spring months. In Western Australia, tropical cyclones can occur between November and April--most commonly though in January and February. Mantra PortSea 5 nights from 615 per person  Mantra PortSea offers the perfect accommodation solution for a relaxing getaway or carefree family holiday in Port Douglas. Nestled amongst lush tropical rainforests and on the doorstep of the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, Mantra PortSea Port Douglas offers comfort and convenience with a selection of hotel rooms, one & two bedroom studios and two bedroom apartments.Located just 100m from the beach and within a 15 minute walk of Port Douglas' village centre, Mantra PortSea features a lagoon style pool with swim-up bar and waterslide, all surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens. Mantra PortSea resort is the perfect choice for singles, couples and families looking for a relaxed North Queensland holiday. During your stay make the most of our amazing location and explore the breathtaking Daintree Rainforest – the oldest rainforest on earth, or take a boat ride out to the magnificent Great Barrier Reef which stretches over 2500 kilometers along the north coast of Queensland. Whatever you do, Port Douglas is full of excitement and adventure and we invite you to experience it with Mantra PortSea. Learn more about Mantra PortSea Weekly housekeeping Near the beach 3 outdoor pools Breakfast available Outdoor tennis court Fitness center Children's pool Spa tub Pool bar Swim-up bar Bar/lounge Airport shuttle Airfare and Resort PricesHigh season is from about Christmas through the end of January, when children are on their summer holidays, and the popular resorts fill up with the locals. In the north, June through August is peak season as Australians from the southern areas travel north to escape winter. Typically the airlines will discount airfares April through June. Water temperature, SCUBA diving and surfing in AustraliaOn the Great Barrier Reef, you can dive year-round, although the best conditions for diving are from late August to early December. For liveaboard diving, the best time to go is July through November. In the Coral Sea, the visibility is best in June and in September. If you want to see the Minke whales, they're seen mostly from June to August. From April through June, the whale sharks can be seen near Ningaloo, in Western Australia. Australia Tourism has an excellent reference on dive locations and regions here. How we work with you to plan the perfect trip:
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