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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. Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour 5 nights from 1,285 per person  Set majestically on the eastern shore of Circular Quay, this superbly located 5-star Sydney apartment style hotel is set in the midst of Sydney's key attractions including Sydney Harbour, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens and the Opera House.Each apartment is designed to take full advantage of the spectacular views. Quay Grand Suites Sydney also provides function and meeting facilities for up to 140 guests. With its breathtaking location at Circular Quay, 5-star hotel service and superb catering, it is the finest venue for glamorous wedding receptions, cocktail & dinner parties and successful meetings & conferences. Quay Grand Suites Sydney also offers two unique dining and entertainment options - Quadrant Restaurant offers an imaginative Australian and Mediterranean menu and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Alternatively ECQ Bar is an ideal spot to catch up with friends at the end of a busy day, or to simply relax over a quiet drink, coffee or light meal. Both offer spectacular harbour views and five-star service. Learn more about Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Indoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Sauna Valet parking Spa tub Room service In-room childcare Business center Limo/town car service 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.
Oaks Lagoons 5 nights from 500 per person  Just 3 minutes stroll to Four Mile Beach, the new Oaks Lagoons Port Douglas is a relaxed getaway which aims to please with its friendly service, relaxed ambiance and unique 'lagoon' lifestyle.There are six lagoon-style pools, from which guests can swim to their apartment balconies, as well as barbeque facilities within a lush landscaped setting to make the most of the tropical breezes. At the Oaks Lagoons, accommodation styles vary, from hotel rooms with large corner spas, to 1 and 2 bedroom apartments complete with gourmet kitchen and laundry facilities. There are also rooms with the 'swim out' option or apartments with their own private plunge pool and spa. All rooms offer air conditioning, king beds, broadband connectivity and balcony. Oaks Lagoons is the ideal base for exploring the Reef, getting active with fishing, sailing and kite surfing, or simply lounging by the pool. Guests can also hire push bikes to get around to the sophisticated boutique shopping, cafés and restaurants in Port Douglas. Learn more about Oaks Lagoons Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa Outdoor pool Breakfast available Babysitting 24-hour business center Airport shuttle Area shuttle Shopping center shuttle 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. Hotel Ibis Sydney Darling Harbour 5 nights from 645 per person  Ibis Sydney Darling Harbour is in the heart of the tourist district of Sydney, with many of the 256 hotel rooms offering spectacular views of Darling Harbour and the city. Star City Casino, Sydney Aquarium, the Maritime Museum and the Powerhouse Museum are all within walking distance. The hotel features Internet access, a restaurant, bar and easy access to the Monorail and Lightrail services.Learn more about Hotel Ibis Sydney Darling Harbour Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool access Breakfast available Self parking Room service UNESCO Sustainable Property Terrace 24-hour front desk Air conditioning Car rentals on site Front-desk safe 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. The Sebel Suites Brisbane 5 nights from 4,444 per person  For elegant Brisbane hotel accommodation, look no further than The Sebel Suites Brisbane with its distinctive boutique style Brisbane accommodation and newly refurbished guestrooms.The Sebel Suites Brisbane hotel features 164 fully refurbished Brisbane studio rooms, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments, along with all the guest services you have come to expect of an International hotel, as well as some self-catering conveniences unique to apartment-style accommodation. The hotel's recreation deck has a heated lap pool, sauna and gymnasium with spectacular views of the city skyline. Learn more about The Sebel Suites Brisbane Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available WiFi in the lobby Fitness center Sauna Valet parking Self parking Children's pool Room service 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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