Region in Queensland, Australia
Whitsundays weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Whitsundays
May–Oct is dry, sunny and stinger-free-ish; Jun–Sep has whale sightings. Nov–Apr is hot and wet, with cyclones and box jellyfish; swim in suits.
Whitsundays weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°219 mm
- Feb28°228 mm
- Mar27°155 mm
- Apr26°66 mm
- May24°36 mm
- Jun22°35 mm
- Jul22°24 mm
- Aug23°16 mm
- Sep25°14 mm
- Oct27°27 mm
- Nov28°50 mm
- Dec29°115 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 24°C75°F | 219 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C83°F | 24°C75°F | 228 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| March | 27°C81°F | 23°C74°F | 155 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 21°C71°F | 66 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 19°C66°F | 36 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 17°C62°F | 35 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C71°F | 16°C60°F | 24 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C73°F | 16°C61°F | 16 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 18°C64°F | 14 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C80°F | 20°C68°F | 27 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C82°F | 22°C71°F | 50 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 23°C74°F | 115 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 Whitsundays?
May–Oct. May–Oct is dry, sunny and stinger-free-ish; Jun–Sep has whale sightings. Nov–Apr is hot and wet, with cyclones and box jellyfish; swim in suits.
When is the rainy season in Whitsundays?
Rain peaks in February with about 228 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Whitsundays?
December, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).
How cold does Whitsundays get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 16°C (60°F).
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Sources
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.