Oodnadatta, South Australia, Australia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Oodnadatta, South Australia, Australia? If you're planning to go to Oodnadatta, below is 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 Oodnadatta, South Australia, Australia

Based on the climate and weather in Oodnadatta, the best time to go is April. See below for details.

Important essentials for Oodnadatta, South Australia, Australia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Oodnadatta, 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


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • 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).

  • (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


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

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


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb choice.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Oodnadatta, South Australia, Australia by month

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January

January for Oodnadatta can be blisteringly hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day.

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February

If you vacation in Oodnadatta during February, you will probably find that it is a scorcher and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.

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March

If you visit Oodnadatta during March, you will probably see that it is really hot and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.

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April

April is hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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May

May is balmy and very dry. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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June

June is mild. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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July

July in Oodnadatta is mild. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 30% to 40% range on average.

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August

If you vacation in Oodnadatta during August, you might notice that it is mild and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.

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September

Traveling to Oodnadatta in September, you will notice that it is warm and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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October

If you go to Oodnadatta in October, you will notice that it is constantly hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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November

If you visit Oodnadatta during November, you might see that it is constantly hot and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.

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December

If you vacation in Oodnadatta during December, you may notice that it is unbearably hot and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.

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