Australia is located on the southern hemisphere which
means the winter month occurs in June, July and August. That is reversed from
what we in the northern hemisphere is used to. The winter Solstice occurs on
June 21, but can also occur between 20 and 22. Winter Solstice is the day in
the year that has smallest amount of daylight. During this month the average maximum
temperature is 12, 3 °C, while the average minimum temperature is 1, 4 °C. These
measurements are considered for the capital Canberra. June is also the driest
month in the year with least amount of precipitation. During the winter solstice,
light rain is the most likely type of precipitation in Canberra. There are very
few incidents where snow is occurring, and that is more likely to fall in the
Australian Alps at higher elevation.
The summer solstice occurs on December 21. But can
also occur on 20 and 22. During this month the average maximum temperature is
26, 3 °C and the average minimum temperature is 11, 9 °C. It is important to
remember that this is for the capital city: Canberra. Australia is a huge
country with huge differences in climate. On the summer solstice is moderate
rain the most likely precipitation type to fall, because of high temperatures.
There are no records of other types of precipitations during this day.
In Australia the spring equinox occurs on September
23. This is also reversed to what we are used to and it’s because the country
is located on the southern hemisphere. During this month the average maximum
temperature in Canberra is 16, 2 °C, and the average minimum temperature is 4 °C.
In this month light rain is most likely to fall in Canberra. September is also
the month of the year with most light rain.
The Autumnal equinox occurs on March 20, but can also
occur on 19 and 21. In Canberra the average maximum temperature during this
month is 24, 7 °C, and the average minimum temperature is 11, 5 °C. During this
day it is most likely to fall rain if precipitation occurs. Both light rain and
moderate rain are common. Snow is highly unlikely, and it usually never occurs
in any month of the year in Canberra.
Tourism
If you have ever been thinking about visiting
Australia, I would recommend you to go in the summer season (December –
February). But if I should recommend you one month I would aim for December,
around the summer solstice. This is one of the warmest months, and has less
precipitation then January and February. During this month I would definitely recommend
you to go surfing. Australia is known for their super great surf spots all around
the coasts of the country, especially on the East and North coast. Even if you
are not quite into surfing I still recommend you to try it because Australia
got one of the best surf spots in the world. If you prefer staying on the land I
would recommend you to go hiking. This is a great way to explore the beautiful
country of Australia, and try look for the kangaroos, which are very famous in
Australia. You cannot miss this while you are there.
In December there are some weather hazards you should
be aware of. Bushfires are very common all over the country, mostly inland
where the climate is drier. But December is the month of the year where most
bushfires occur, so you should keep that in mind if you choose to travel this
month. You should also be aware of thunderstorms which is very common in the
summer season, from December to February. Thunderstorms provide useful rainfall
and it can also cause damage. Usually it occurs very frequently through the
whole summer season, so this is something you definitely should keep in mind.
Especially if you are out surfing, then I would recommend you to stay inside
and wait for the thunderstorm is over.
dilemma is choosing the endless opportunities
for what to do.
I found this picture on: http://www.liztourism.com/top-things-to-do-when-you-are-in-australia/
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Australia's Winter Solstice, Autumnal Equinox, and Spring Equinox are warmer than Japan's seasons. But Australia's Summer Solstice is colder than Japan's Summer Solstice. Japan isn't as beach crazy as Australia, which is surrounded by a body of water. I guess Japan is famous for its city life (the amazing city lights at night) but also it has a lot of hikes and beaches to visit there. You can snowboard and ski during the Winter Solstice and you can swim at the beaches during the Summer Solstice. Japan has plenty of things to do for everyone.
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