Our climate

The climate is dry with warm to hot summers and mild winters. Our temperature range can be as high as 45°C in summer to a minimum of -2°C in winter.

Average total rainfall is 280 mm. Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year; however, there are proportionally more wet days per month during winter. Heavy rains in late January to March can reduce grape yields.

Evaporation is high at 2400mm per year. Mild frosts occur during the winter months.

Aerial view of Dareton Primary Industries Institute

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