Island in Queensland, Australia
K'gari weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to K'gari
Apr–Oct is dry and cooler. Jul–Oct is whale season off Hervey Bay. Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; stingers are common Nov–May.
K'gari weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°138 mm
- Feb27°164 mm
- Mar27°140 mm
- Apr25°72 mm
- May23°70 mm
- Jun21°80 mm
- Jul20°46 mm
- Aug21°46 mm
- Sep22°39 mm
- Oct24°84 mm
- Nov25°63 mm
- Dec26°135 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 25°C77°F | 138 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C81°F | 25°C78°F | 164 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| March | 27°C80°F | 25°C76°F | 140 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C77°F | 23°C74°F | 72 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 21°C70°F | 70 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| June | 21°C70°F | 19°C66°F | 80 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C69°F | 18°C65°F | 46 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C69°F | 18°C65°F | 46 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C72°F | 20°C68°F | 39 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C74°F | 21°C70°F | 84 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 25°C77°F | 23°C73°F | 63 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| December | 26°C80°F | 24°C76°F | 135 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit K'gari?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Oct is dry and cooler. Jul–Oct is whale season off Hervey Bay. Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; stingers are common Nov–May.
When is the rainy season in K'gari?
Rain peaks in February with about 164 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Feb.
What is the hottest month in K'gari?
February, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
How cold does K'gari get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 18°C (65°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Queensland Parks: K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Fraser Coast tourism
- Queensland Health
- Kingfisher Bay Resort: getting here
- Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service: Hervey Bay Hospital
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.