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Rainbow Beach Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from warm conditions to pleasant. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Rainbow Beach experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in January to a pleasant 22°C in July.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 13°C in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Rainbow Beach is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1089 mm. The seasons in Rainbow Beach, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 163 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 46 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Rainbow Beach Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

Rainbow Beach enjoys sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 8.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sunshine Coast, Australia (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sunshine Coast, Australia (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Forecast for Rainbow Beach

Fri   Jan 31
29°C | 24°C
E 5 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sat   Feb 01
30°C | 24°C
SE 6 m/s
2.9 mm
partly cloudy and rain

partly cloudy and rain

Sun   Feb 02
30°C | 22°C
SE 7 m/s
6.7 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Rainbow Beach in Australia

During the months of May, June, July, August and September 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 is the warmest month in Rainbow Beach?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Rainbow Beach?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Rainbow Beach?
    February tops the wettest month list with 163 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Rainbow Beach?
    September is the driest month with 46 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Rainbow Beach?
    October is the sunniest month with an average of 255 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.