Our verdict
The best time to visit Coober Pedy is March-April
The very hottest temperatures in Coober Pedy get to around 40℃ (104℉) in the height of summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as 8℃ (46℉) at night.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Coober Pedy, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in October are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Coober Pedy usually falls during the months surrounding December each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
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Coober Pedy seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Coober Pedy as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Coober Pedy is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Coober Pedy
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Coober Pedy for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Coober Pedy climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Coober Pedy for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Coober Pedy in January
- Average temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average high temperature: 37℃ (98℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 25%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 7mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in January, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Coober Pedy in February
- Average temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average high temperature: 35℃ (95℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 28%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 8mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in February, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Coober Pedy in March
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average humidity: 31%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays pretty warm most of the time.
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Coober Pedy in April
- Average temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 36%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in April, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Coober Pedy in May
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 46%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 10mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Coober Pedy in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Coober Pedy in July
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 49%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 6mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Coober Pedy in August
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 42%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Coober Pedy in September
- Average temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 34%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 7mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Coober Pedy in October
- Average temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 28%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 8mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Coober Pedy in November
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (90℉)
- Average low temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average humidity: 27%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays pretty warm most of the time.
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Coober Pedy in December
- Average temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
- Average high temperature: 35℃ (94℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 26%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 14mm (1") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Coober Pedy in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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