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Shellharbour Climate by Month

The temperature in Shellharbour varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. 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

In Shellharbour, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in January to a moderate 16°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 10°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Shellharbour has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1072 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Shellharbour shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in February, with an average of 138 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 60 mm of rainfall over 8 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Shellharbour in Australia

During the months of January, February, 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Shellharbour?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Shellharbour?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Shellharbour?
    February tops the wettest month list with 138 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Shellharbour?
    July is the driest month with 60 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Shellharbour

    Wed   Dec 11
    23°C | 17°C
    NE 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    25°C | 14°C
    E 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    27°C | 16°C
    NE 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain