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Why visit Blue Mountains?

The Blue Mountains are a mountain region in New South Wales, Australia, west of Sydney. They are named for the blue haze that hangs over the eucalyptus forests, given off by oils from the trees. The Greater Blue Mountains Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an easy day trip from Sydney by train or car.

The most famous sight is the Three Sisters, a sandstone rock formation seen from Echo Point in Katoomba. Scenic World offers a steep railway, a cableway and a skyway with views over the Jamison Valley. Wentworth Falls is a dramatic waterfall reached by walking tracks along the cliff edge. The village of Leura is known for its gardens, cafés and antique shops. Hikers love the Grand Canyon Track, which descends into a lush, ferny canyon. Further west, the Jenolan Caves are a spectacular limestone cave system with guided tours.

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When to go to Blue Mountains

The best months for Blue Mountains are March, April, May, September, October and November. Highs then sit around 17°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

Jan
24°
low 14°
17 wet days
Feb
23°
low 13°
17 wet days
Mar
20°
low 11°
16 wet days
Apr
17°
low 8°
10 wet days
May
13°
low 5°
7 wet days
Jun
10°
low 2°
7 wet days
Jul
10°
low 2°
7 wet days
Aug
12°
low 2°
8 wet days
Sep
15°
low 5°
8 wet days
Oct
18°
low 7°
12 wet days
Nov
21°
low 9°
13 wet days
Dec
23°
low 12°
13 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Katoomba, New South Wales. Source: Open-Meteo.

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Blue Mountains — common questions

When is the best time to visit Blue Mountains?

The best months for Blue Mountains are March, April, May, September, October and November. Highs then sit around 17°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

What is the weather like in Blue Mountains?

January is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 24°C. June is the coolest, around 10°C by day and 2°C at night. January is the wettest, with about 17 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Blue Mountains known for?

Blue Mountains is best known for nature, mountains, adventure and family. The things people come for: Three Sisters at Echo Point, Scenic World, Wentworth Falls, Jenolan Caves.

Who is Blue Mountains best suited to?

Blue Mountains works particularly well for families, couples, groups of friends and seniors. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Blue Mountains?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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