Best Time to Hike Cape to Cape Track
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Cape to Cape Track, Australia, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Cape to Cape Track
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.9°C / 79°F | 16.4°C / 62°F | 14 mm | 3 |
| February | 26.3°C / 79°F | 16.7°C / 62°F | 10 mm | 4 |
| March | 25.7°C / 78°F | 15.6°C / 60°F | 20 mm | 3 |
| April | 22.9°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 45 mm | 6 |
| May | 20.4°C / 69°F | 13.6°C / 56°F | 95 mm | 13 |
| June | 17.2°C / 63°F | 12.1°C / 54°F | 160 mm | 18 |
| July | 15.7°C / 60°F | 11°C / 52°F | 207 mm | 20 |
| August | 15.9°C / 61°F | 11.4°C / 53°F | 199 mm | 23 |
| September | 16.9°C / 62°F | 10.7°C / 51°F | 78 mm | 13 |
| October | 18.1°C / 65°F | 11.9°C / 53°F | 67 mm | 17 |
| November | 20.6°C / 69°F | 12.8°C / 55°F | 49 mm | 9 |
| December | 23.6°C / 74°F | 14.3°C / 58°F | 13 mm | 5 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike Cape to Cape Track are January, February, March, April, November, December. Expect daytime highs around 24°C (75°F) and nights near 15°C (59°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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