Weather Forecasts, Road Conditions, and Weather Radar for A87 Stuart Highway

Road Trip and Weather Conditions for A87 Stuart Highway

The A87 Stuart Highway is a sealed road along its entire route, with an average width of 3.2 meters. The road is mostly flat and straight, with occasional winding sections, and the occasional hill. The surface is generally in good condition and free of potholes or major damage. The speed limit varies from between 80 km/h and 110 km/h throughout the route. The shoulder of the road is wide and clear of debris, making it easy to pass slower traffic. There is a low risk of encountering wildlife along the route.

The A87 Stuart Highway from Darwin to Port Augusta experiences a wide range of weather conditions throughout the year. The summer months (November to April) are typically humid and hot, with temperatures ranging from 20 - 40°C and humidity levels reaching up to 80%. Rainfall is common during these months, with the highest levels of precipitation occurring during the wet season (December to March). Winter (May to October) is dry and mild, with temperatures ranging from 10 - 25°C and humidity levels between 40 - 70%. The dry season (May to August) is particularly arid, with little to no rainfall. Wind speeds remain relatively high year-round, with gusts of up to 40km/h.

Major Junctions of A87 Stuart Highway

• National Route 1 heads west from Katherine, NT, towards Kununurra, WA.
• The A2 heads east from Warumungu, NT, towards Tablelands, NT.
• The A1 heads southeast from Port Augusta, SA, towards Port Wakefield, SA.
• National Route A1 heads west from Port Augusta, SA, heading towards Ceduna, SA.

This map shows the current & 7-day weather forecast, road conditions, and weather radar for A87 Stuart Highway.