Port Hughes Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Port Hughes can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
Port Hughes has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Port Hughes can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in January to a moderate 16°C in August.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 10°C in August.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Port Hughes tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 372 mm of rain per year. The seasons in Port Hughes, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 47 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 7 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 16 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Port Hughes Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Port Hughes.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 76%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Forecast for Port Hughes
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Port Hughes in Australia
During the months of March, April, October, November and December 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in January, February, March and December.
Yes, the months of January and March are very dry.
January has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 47 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 16 mm of precipitation.
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.
