Whitsundays, AustraliaQuick decision
When to visit Whitsundays?
🌞 Best time overall
October
🌡️ Optimal temperature
72°F–77°F in October
🌧 Least rain
23% rainy days in October
🌧 Wettest month
April (60%)
📅 Best score
8.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Whitehaven BeachMay–Oct — silica white sand, Hill Inlet, turquoise water.
Great Barrier ReefJun–Oct — snorkeling, diving, turtles, manta rays.
Sailing & island hoppingMay–Oct — sailing among 74 islands, paradise anchorages.
BudgetNov–Mar — wet season but reduced prices, warm sea.
Monthly climate data
Whitsundays weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 75°F | 81°F | 66% | 0.4in | 12.7h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 75°F | 81°F | 66% | 0.4in | 12.2h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 75°F | 81°F | 66% | 0.3in | 11.8h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 73°F | 77°F | 60% | 0.2in | 11.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 70°F | 73°F | 49% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 66°F | 70°F | 31% | 0.1in | 10.1h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 64°F | 70°F | 30% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 64°F | 70°F | 23% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 68°F | 73°F | 24% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ October | 72°F | 77°F | 23% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 73°F | 79°F | 36% | 0.1in | 12.4h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 75°F | 81°F | 51% | 0.2in | 12.5h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 25°F, 58% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 21°F, 28% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 25°F, 28% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 27°F, 61% rainy days, 12.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
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FAQ
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October is ideal with 23% rainy days and 25°F.
April is the wettest month with 60% rainy days.
Yes, October is the best month with an average of 25°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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