Pre-departure information

Canberra has a temperate climate. Due to its slightly higher elevation, Canberra has larger temperature differences than the coast of Australia. It is one of the few cities in this country where it could freeze in winter. Sometimes the thermometer plunges even a few degrees below zero (32°F). The summers in Canberra are pleasant with averages of around 28 ° Celsius (82°F).

During the month of March, April, October, and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20 degrees Celsius (68°F) and 25 degrees Celsius (77°F).

Important Items to Pack!

• A copy of your important documents like your passport

• Your Gallagher health insurance information

• Change some US Dollars into Australian Dollars before you arrive

• One or more adapters and power converters for 230 volts (if your electronics are not already "dual-voltage") - Australian outlets are different!

• Click here for a general Pre-Departure Checklist for study abroad.