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Alice Springs in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Alice Springs in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Alice Springs, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Alice Springs in October 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Alice Springs in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +31°C and approximately 21 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 4 rainy days and 14 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • October is usually the driest month of the year in Alice Springs

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+40°C
Max.
14 mm
Total precipitation
29%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alice Springs has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Alice Springs in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alice Springs for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +38°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +31°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +36°C to +36°C.

Is Alice Springs warm or cold in October?

Alice Springs is typically hot in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +17°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Alice Springs:

Climate in Alice Springs in October

Alice Springs weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+28°C+31°C+33°C
Min. temperature
+2°C+6°C+9°C
Max. temperature
+38°C+40°C+44°C
Rainfall
8 mm14 mm24 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
31%29%32%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
232116
Cloudy days
446
Rainy days
346
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +28°C to +31°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 8 mm to 14 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 31% to 29%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 23 sunny days in September to 21 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Alice Springs in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Alice Springs is gradually increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last October in Alice Springs?

This is the weather in Alice Springs in October 2024:
1 October
☁️
+36°C
2 October
☁️
+37°C
3 October
☀️
+35°C
4 October
☀️
+24°C
5 October
☀️
+25°C
6 October
☀️
+26°C
7 October
☀️
+27°C
8 October
☀️
+28°C
9 October
☀️
+29°C
10 October
☀️
+30°C
11 October
☀️
+33°C
12 October
☀️
+34°C
13 October
☀️
+28°C
14 October
☀️
+28°C
15 October
☀️
+30°C
16 October
☀️
+29°C
17 October
☀️
+28°C
18 October
☀️
+31°C
19 October
☀️
+34°C
20 October
☀️
+36°C
21 October
☀️
+33°C
22 October
☀️
+32°C
23 October
☀️
+37°C
24 October
☀️
+33°C
25 October
☀️
+26°C
26 October
☀️
+25°C
27 October
☀️
+28°C
28 October
☁️
+31°C
29 October
☁️
+35°C
30 October
☀️
+38°C
31 October
☀️
+36°C
In October 2024 Alice Springs had 27 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +38°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 20%, with a maximum of 58% and a minimum of 4%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Alice Springs climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Alice Springs in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+26°C) and the highest in 2019 (+30°C). The driest year was 2019 with only 31 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 702 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alice Springs in October:

Is October a good time to visit Alice Springs?

October is a really good time to go to Alice Springs. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Alice Springs.

Can you sunbathe in Alice Springs in October?

Absolutely, October is hot in Alice Springs. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Alice Springs rainy in October?

Alice Springs is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Alice Springs in October?

Yes, Alice Springs is sunny in October. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Australia

Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.

Monthly weather in Alice Springs

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alice Springs, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.