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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. Hilton Adelaide 5 nights from 680 per person  Overlooking Victoria Square, Hilton Adelaide is set in the heart of the city’s entertainment, shopping and dining precincts. The Central Market, Chinatown and Gouger Street - Adelaide’s most vibrant dining destinations – are also minutes away. Host a business or social event in our flexible meeting spaces. After a busy day unwind in the recreational area featuring a gym and a heated outdoor pool. Retreat to a stylish room with all you need for a relaxing stay.Good to know Centrally located overlooking Victoria Square In the heart of Adelaide's business, shopping and dining precincts Fitness Center, heated outdoor pool, tennis court and running track Seriously South Australian® restaurant, 2 bars and 24-hour room service 19 versatile meeting rooms with space for up to 500 residential delegates Learn more about Hilton Adelaide Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available Outdoor tennis court Fitness center Valet parking Self parking 24-hour room service Coffee shop/cafe Business center 19 meeting rooms 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.
The Hotel Cairns 5 nights from 575 per person  Tropical North Queensland has only one truly central hotel & resortThe Hotel Cairns, with its impeccably private and tropical ambience, is a Cairns Resort Hotel superbly positioned in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the famous Esplanade. Its architectural profile and exterior facade is one of the most beautiful examples of Queenslander heritage style, and is a popular talking point among many of the hotel’s visitors and guests. The hotel has undergone a complete remodeling and refurbishment to emerge as the classic accommodation in Cairns. Privately owned and operated by an Australian family, the Bakers, The Hotel Cairns is popular with international and domestic visitors and locals from the Cairns hinterland who appreciate quality and attention to detail. Set back from the street and well shaded by tropical trees and plants, The Hotel Cairns features a tour booking desk, a sparkling blue outdoor pool and spa, a modern, state of the art cardio gymnasium, a choice of function rooms, an onsite car park and a welcoming indoor/outdoor restaurant, The Plantation Bar & Grill. The Hotel Cairns is the perfect place to book your Cairns Holiday The Hotel Cairns is conveniently located just 10 minutes drive from the Airport, and an easy 5 minutes walking distance to shops and eateries in Cairns’ CBD. The Hotel Cairns offers luxury accommmodation in Cairns for you and the family! Offering simple luxury and modern comforts, The Hotel Cairns is also emerging as a popular Cairns Wedding Venue where old world charm meets style and sophistication. The Hotel Cairns is also a stylish and popular venue choice when it comes to finding function rooms or a conference venue. The Hotel Cairns also offers tours and activities in the Great Barrier Reef and around Cairns. There are several Great Barrier Reef tours available for you and everyone you may be travelling with! Visit your Cairns Holiday today and stay at The Hotel Cairns Resort Learn more about The Hotel Cairns Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available Self parking Room service 24-hour front desk Air conditioning Computer station Front-desk safe ATM/banking services 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. Establishment Hotel 5 nights from 1,175 per person  A luxurious boutique hotel, with a uniquely intimate feel. Establishment Hotel was voted Best Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Australia by the National Australian Hotel Association in 2006. With 31 elegantly appointed guest rooms, including two stylish penthouse suites, and access to private gym and Establishment's numerous bars and restaurants, Establishment Hotel offer world-class accommodation for discerning travelers. Located in the middle of Sydney's CBD, it's only a very short walk to Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and Botanical Gardens. 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. Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort 5 nights from 800 per person  Stay with Riley, a five-star luxury hotel in Cairns, and rediscover fun. Live in the moment and indulge in the little luxuries. Leave your worries at check-in and stake your claim by the pool. Welcome to the great escape - stay a while.Learn more about Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort Housekeeping once per stay Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available 24-hour fitness center Self parking Pool bar Spa services Massage/treatment rooms 6 meeting rooms 24-hour front desk Air conditioning 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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