Canberra is the capital city of Australia. It is Australia’s largest inland city and the eighth-largest Australian city overall.

Climate

Summer (December – February)

During summer in Canberra, average temperatures range from 12.6 – 27°C (54.7 – 80.6°F), with little humidity and balmy nights (January is the hottest month).

Autumn (March – May)

In autumn temperatures drop to an average of 6.8 – 20°C (44.2 – 68°F) with mild days and cool nights.

Winter (June – August)

Winter in Canberra is cold with average temperatures between 1 – 12°C (33.8 – 53.6°F), dropping below 0°C at night.

Spring (September – November)

During spring expect fresh mornings and brisk nights with average temperatures between 6 – 19°C (42.8 – 66.2°F). The city receives relatively low rainfall compared to the rest of the country.

Top Attractions

• Australian War Memorial
• National Museum of Australia
• National Gallery of Australia
• Questacon – National Science and Technology Centre
• National Portrait Gallery
• Parliament House
• Royal Australian Mint
• Old Parliament House
• Mount Ainslie Lookout
• Cockington Green Gardens

Universities 

• Australian National University
• Canberra Institute of Technology
• University of Canberra
• UNSW Canberra
• Australia Catholic University