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Picnic Bay Climate by Month

Picnic Bay has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Picnic Bay experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in January to a comfortable 25°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 17°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Picnic Bay has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1097 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Picnic Bay shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in February, with an average of 284 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, September offers drier and sunnier days, with around 17 mm of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Picnic Bay offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between October (10.0 hours daily) and February (6.7 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Townsville, Australia (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Townsville, Australia (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Picnic Bay ranges from 22°C in June to 27°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Townsville, Australia (12 KM, 7 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Picnic Bay in Australia

During the months of June, July and August 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:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Picnic Bay?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February and March.
  • Which is the warmest month in Picnic Bay?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Picnic Bay?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Picnic Bay?
    February tops the wettest month list with 284 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Picnic Bay?
    September is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Picnic Bay?
    October is the sunniest month with an average of 301 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Picnic Bay

    Mon   Dec 16
    32°C | 25°C
    N 14 km/h
    1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    31°C | 26°C
    NE 14 km/h
    8.3 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Wed   Dec 18
    31°C | 25°C
    NE 18 km/h
    28 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder