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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. Lenna of Hobart 5 nights from 740 per person  Ideally located on Hobart's waterfront amidst the colour of Sullivan's Cove and historic Battery Point and just a stones throw away from fashionable Salamanca Place and city centre. The stately National Trust mansion was built in 1874 whilst the accommodation wing, adjacent to the mansion provides a welcoming combination of traditional elegance and modern facilities.View our self contained apartments at Salamanca Terraces, located just across the street from Lenna. Ideally situated on Salamanca Place, adjacent to Hobart's picturesque waterfront and historic Battery Point, Salamanca Terraces offer the complete cultural and heritage experience. Learn more about Lenna of Hobart Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available Room service Room service Business center Terrace 24-hour front desk Garden Computer station Lobby fireplace Front-desk safe 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.
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 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. 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 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. Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne 5 nights from 455 per person  Situated on Lonsdale Street in the heart of the city centre, the Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne provides guests with gracious hospitality and incomparable service at great value. The hotel is rated four star and is perfectly located within the vibrant theatre district where you will enjoy all the delights Melbourne has to offer - live theatre, cinemas, Chinatown, and of course the exceptional shopping facilities; are all within easy walking distance. Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne has recently earned Green Star accreditation for its focus on: -Energy efficiency -Waste minimisation and management -Water minimisation -Guest education Learn more about Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne Daily housekeeping 2 restaurants and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Rooftop terrace Breakfast available Fitness center Valet parking 24-hour room service Babysitting Conference center Business center 6 meeting rooms 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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