When to go to Manly
Nov–Mar is warm for beach and swimming; Dec–Feb is hot, humid and busiest. Jun–Aug is cool and wet but good for coastal walks and whale watching.
Manly weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°83 mm
- Feb25°134 mm
- Mar24°104 mm
- Apr22°73 mm
- May20°54 mm
- Jun17°87 mm
- Jul17°44 mm
- Aug17°46 mm
- Sep20°43 mm
- Oct22°64 mm
- Nov23°83 mm
- Dec24°72 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78°F | 20°C69°F | 83 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 25°C77°F | 21°C69°F | 134 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 20°C68°F | 104 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C72°F | 18°C64°F | 73 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 20°C67°F | 15°C59°F | 54 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 17°C63°F | 13°C56°F | 87 mm | 74% | Cool |
| July | 17°C62°F | 12°C53°F | 44 mm | 72% | Cool |
| August | 17°C63°F | 12°C53°F | 46 mm | 69% | Cool |
| September | 20°C67°F | 14°C57°F | 43 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 16°C60°F | 64 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| November | 23°C73°F | 17°C63°F | 83 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C76°F | 19°C66°F | 72 mm | 73% | 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 Manly?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is warm for beach and swimming; Dec–Feb is hot, humid and busiest. Jun–Aug is cool and wet but good for coastal walks and whale watching.
When is the rainy season in Manly?
Rain peaks in February with about 134 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Manly?
January, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
How cold does Manly get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 12°C (53°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Transport for NSW (Opal and ferries)
- Sydney Airport
- Manly Fast Ferry
- The Upper Room coworking
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.