Northern Territory, Northern Territory, Australia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Northern Territory, Northern Territory, Australia? If you're planning to go to Northern Territory, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Northern Territory, Northern Territory, Australia

Based on the climate and weather in Northern Territory, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for Northern Territory, Northern Territory, Australia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Northern Territory, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly option.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a excellent choice.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

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What to wear/what to pack for Northern Territory, Northern Territory, Australia by month

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January

If you vacation in Northern Territory during January, you will probably see that it can be blisteringly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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February

If you are traveling to Northern Territory in February, you will notice that it can be sizzling. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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March

March for Northern Territory can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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April

Traveling to Northern Territory in April, you will notice that it can be sweltering and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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May

May is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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June

If you visit Northern Territory during June, you might notice that it is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.

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July

July in this region is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

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August

Traveling to Northern Territory in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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September

September in Northern Territory is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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October

Traveling to Northern Territory in October, you will notice that it can be excruciatingly hot and very dry. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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November

If you go to Northern Territory in November, you will notice that it can be sizzling and very dry. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).

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December

If you are traveling to Northern Territory in December, you will notice that it is unbearably hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (high 30s C).

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