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Whitsunday islands weather in February (Queensland, Australia)

Curious about the February weather in Whitsunday islands? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Whitsunday islands typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 26°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Whitsunday islands in February falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 264 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 13 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 203 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Whitsunday islands. May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Whitsunday islands climate page with graphs.

 

Whitsunday islands, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 264 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 203 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Airlie Beach, Australia (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in February

Find out more about the weather in Australia in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Whitsunday islands in February?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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