Best time to visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
The best time to visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is generally between May and September, when the days are dry and warm but not scorching. Summer trips aren’t off the cards, but you’ll need to be prepared for hot, sweaty weather. Uluru is awe-inspiring, come rain or shine, and the best time to visit ultimately depends on what type of experience you want.
Located in the heart of the Outback, you might assume Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is hot and dry all year round. But it’s quite the opposite! With a semi-arid desert climate, the weather can be extreme. Summer is sweltering with occasional storms (the amount of rainfall varies from year to year), while winter is warm and dry during the day with cold nighttime temperatures that often plummet below zero.
We’ve broken down each season to help you plan your trip.
Spring (August-September) and Autumn (April-May)
Best for: thriving flora, pleasant weather and mild nights.
Weather-wise, August/September and April/May are excellent months to visit Uluru as the days aren’t blisteringly hot, and nights aren’t too chilly. Spring is a particularly beautiful time of year to walk around the park as desert flowers are in bloom and reptiles emerge from hibernation.
Summer (October-March)
Winter (June-July)
Average temperatures in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
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