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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. On The Beach Holiday Apartments 5 nights from 650 per person  Nestled on the spectacular beachfront, On the Beach Holiday Apartments is your premium holiday destination at Trinity Beach in Cairns.On the Beach Holiday Apartments are perfectly set right in front of a sparkling beach and offers direct access to the fine sandy shores of Trinity Beach. Swim or simply laze around and soak up the sun. Within just a few metres away from our Cairns beachfront accommodation, Trinity Beach will beguile you with its stunning coast and warm tropical surroundings. Experience a pleasurable and comfortable vacation with your partner, family and friends at our beachfront holiday apartments in Trinity Beach. We provide spacious family units that are fully self-contained with modern furnishings including complete kitchen and laundry facilities. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the ocean or the lush tropical gardens from your sun-drenched balcony. Select from 1, 2 and 3 bedroom beachfront apartments and 2 bedroom ocean or garden view apartments. Our Trinity Beach family accommodation is also a mere stone's throw away from the most amazing tourist destinations in the country. Discover the spectacular natural wonders found throughout the scenic region of Cairns and be captivated by the majestic Daintree Rainforest as you trek though its lush trails, or dive into the blue ocean and explore the marvelous Great Barrier Reef. Learn more about On The Beach Holiday Apartments Free WiFi Free self parking 527 sq ft Reserve now, pay deposit Sleeps 3 1 Double Bed 1 bedroom 1 bathroom Ocean view 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.
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort 5 nights from 905 per person  Beautiful tropical surrounds and modern contemporary style is waiting for you at Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort.Each of the resorts 314 rooms feature a private terrace or balcony facing either the lagoon swimming pool, lush tropical gardens or Cairns city. The city location is ideal with easy access to the award winning Esplanade and Cairns attractions. Learn more about Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort The Novotel Oasis is a 4.5-star resort featuring a gorgeous lagoon pool, complete with a sandy beach, children's pool and a swim-up bar. The hotel is a short walk from the Esplanade, Cairns city center and the Reef Casino. 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. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast 5 nights from 875 per person  As the Gold Coast's only 5 star beachfront resort, we welcome you to experience the newly refurbished Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa. Fronting 27 kilometres of World famous Gold Coast beaches, the new look Sheraton includes 295 refurbished rooms and suites, accommodation corridors, lobby, reception desk, guest lifts, Port Cochere, hotel entry, pool area landscaping, Terraces Restaurant and Pearls Bar. Our rooms boast spaciousness and comfort starting at 43sqm and feature, resort, lagoon or ocean views. The Sheraton Mirage caters to a variety of tastes through its award winning restaurants and bars, fully serviced gym, day spa, tennis courts, resort pool and extensive business, meeting and conference facilities. Sheraton Mirage is located between the majestic Pacific Ocean, spectacular Southport Broadwater and a short drive to vibrant Surfers Paradise. Learn more about Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast Housekeeping (on request) Private beach Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges Outdoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Beach towels Self parking Children's pool Pool bar Swim-up bar Room service 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. Quality Inn Presidential Motel Mount Gambier 5 nights from 415 per person  Situated midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, Mount Gambier is the regional centre of the Limestone Coast Region in South East South Australia. It is the perfect base to take in the natural beauty of the Limestone Coast Region - there are numerous easy day trips in this region which is rich with attractions and experiences.The city is set on the slopes of an extinct volcano with it's most famous attraction the mysterious Blue Lake which under goes a dramatic colour change from deep grey to bright blue each summer and boasts beautiful parks and gardens, caves and sinkholes to explore. Learn more about Quality Inn Presidential Motel Mount Gambier Daily housekeeping Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Fitness center Room service Conference center 3 meeting rooms Garden Front-desk safe ATM/banking services Laundry 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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