Rockhampton Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Rockhampton experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in January to a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 23°C (73°F) in January to 11°C (52°F) in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Rockhampton experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 728 mm (29 in) yearly. The seasons in Rockhampton bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives high rainfall, with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 24 mm (0.9 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Rockhampton Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Rockhampton.

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 56%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 40%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year