Kingston Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from pleasant conditions
to mild.
It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Kingston changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 22°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 13°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 5°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Kingston experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 680 mm yearly. Despite minor fluctuations, Kingston enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In November, you can expect around 65 mm of precipitation, while in May, Kingston receives about 50 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Kingston can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 8.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C in August to 17°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Kingston.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 64%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 49%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s and 4 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in May, June and July and highest during January, September, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Kingston in Australia
During the months of January and February you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
January has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 65 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 50 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 251 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
