Sail the Whitsunday islands
The best travel period to sail the Whitsunday islands is “winter” between June and October, with pleasant temperatures around 23 degrees Celsius (74 Fahrenheit).
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Airlie Beach.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Airlie Beach - and find the best time to visit.
In Airlie Beach temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in February to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 25°C (77°F) in February to 17°C (63°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Airlie Beach experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1137 mm (45 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Airlie Beach bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 258 mm (10 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 18 mm (0.7 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Airlie Beach Precipitation page.
Airlie Beach enjoys sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 10.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.8 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Airlie Beach.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 67%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 51%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Airlie Beach. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions. Airlie Beach has distinct dry (July to October) and wet (January to March) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 23°C (73°F) in July to 30°C (86°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 17°C (63°F) to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1137 mm (45 in). February is the wettest month with 258 mm (10 in), while September is the driest with 18 mm (0.7 in).
Airlie Beach receives around 3,065 hours of sunshine per year. October is the sunniest month with 305 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 203 hours. Overall, Airlie Beach enjoys abundant sunshine.
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Sail the Whitsunday islands
The best travel period to sail the Whitsunday islands is “winter” between June and October, with pleasant temperatures around 23 degrees Celsius (74 Fahrenheit).
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