Climate
The Top End, which includes Darwin, Katherine, Kakadu and Arnhem Land, has a tropical climate. Darwin has an average temperature of 32°C all year, with varying humidity. The tropical summer, from December to March, is considered by many to be the region's most beautiful time of year.
The summer rains bring the natural landscape to life and deliver the picturesque storms and sunsets the Northern Territory is renowned for. The dry season, from May to October, has warm, sunny days and cool nights. At the end of the year, the build up, or pre-monsoon season, begins and humidity levels start their rise.
The following chart outlines Darwin's monthly temperature averages as an indicator for the whole northern region.
| Period | Jan-Feb | Mar-Apr | May-Sep | Oct-Dec |
| Average minimum | 24°C 75°F | 24°C 75°F | 21°C 69°F | 25°C 77°F |
| Average maximum | 31°C 88°F | 32°C 90°F | 31°C 88°F | 32°C 91°F |
Understand
Litchfield National Park is approximately 1500 sq km in size and is an important conservation reserve in the Northern Territory. Typical of Top End habitats, there are a number of waterfalls which fall from a sandstone plateau, the Tabletop Range. There are large termite mounds, historical settlement sites, weathered sandstone pillars such as the Lost City, and Aboriginal culture to learn about.
Flora and fauna
The Northern Territory supports a wide diversity of native animals including birds, insects, reptiles, marsupials and mammals. This tropical environment is prolific with barramundi and produces the most exciting sportfishing in Australia.
Landscape
For visitors, Litchfield National Park's main attractions are permanent spring fed waterfalls Florence, Tolmer and Wangi, cascades at Buley Rockhole, magnetic termite mounds, and a wildlife cruise along the majestic Reynolds River.
History
The Parkâs traditional owners are the Wagait Aboriginal people, many of whom live in the area. The region has a colourful pioneering and pastoral history and places like the ruins of Blyth Homestead, built in 1929 but abandoned in the 1960s, are a reminder of the tough conditions faced by pioneers.