Broken Hill has a hot desert climate: very hot summers, mild winters with cold nights, and little rain.
Season by season
Spring (September–November)
Warm days and wildflowers after rain, getting hot by November.
Summer (December–February)
Very hot, often above 35 °C. Outdoor trips should start early.
Autumn (March–May)
Comfortable days and cool nights. A great time to visit.
Winter (June–August)
Sunny, mild days and cold nights, sometimes near freezing. Ideal for exploring.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high / low | Wet days | Daylight | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° / 18°C | ≈3 | ≈14.2 h | Quiet & cheap |
| February | 32° / 18°C | ≈3 | ≈13.4 h | Quiet & cheap |
| March | 29° / 15°C | ≈3 | ≈12.3 h | Good |
| April | 24° / 11°C | ≈3 | ≈11.2 h | Best |
| May | 19° / 8°C | ≈4 | ≈10.3 h | Best |
| June | 16° / 5°C | ≈4 | ≈9.9 h | Best |
| July | 15° / 4°C | ≈5 | ≈10.1 h | Best |
| August | 17° / 5°C | ≈4 | ≈10.8 h | Best |
| September | 21° / 8°C | ≈4 | ≈11.8 h | Best |
| October | 25° / 11°C | ≈4 | ≈12.9 h | Good |
| November | 28° / 14°C | ≈4 | ≈13.8 h | Quiet & cheap |
| December | 31° / 17°C | ≈4 | ≈14.4 h | Quiet & cheap |
Approximate long-term averages, rounded; daylight is the approximate time between sunrise and sunset mid-month (Sydney’s latitude). Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere: summer is December to February.
Festivals & events
- Winter The main outback travel season, with the most events and visitors.
- Late August (check dates) The Mundi Mundi Bash, a large outback music festival near Silverton, when it is held.
Crowds & booking ahead
Broken Hill is rarely crowded, but accommodation fills up during big events and the winter school holidays. Book flights and the train early.
