Magnetic Island Weather & Climate: Australia

Climate by month across Magnetic Island, Australia, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Magnetic Island

Magnetic Island is one of several regions in Australia, with temperatures that range from 24°C (75°F) in July to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of January. We've based our full climate overview on data from Nelly Bay, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Magnetic Island offers pleasant conditions in May, June, July, August and September, with temperatures typically ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 27°C (81°F).

January, February and December are generally the hottest months of the year.

Precipitation in Magnetic Island varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in February with 293 mm (12 in) of rain, while September stays relatively dry with 17 mm (0.7 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January and February, when monthly rainfall can range from 248 mm (9.8 in) to 293 mm (12 in). The period of September is the driest, with precipitation levels below 17 mm (0.7 in).

For those seeking sunshine, October usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Magnetic Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Magnetic Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nelly Bay)

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Nelly Bay Horseshoe Bay Arcadia Picnic Bay
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Climate map of Magnetic Island

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Nelly Bay 25°C (77°F) 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 26°C (79°F) 1135 mm (45 in) 3,044 hours
Horseshoe Bay 24°C (75°F) 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 26°C (79°F) 1185 mm (47 in) 3,044 hours
Arcadia 25°C (77°F) 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 26°C (79°F) 1145 mm (45 in) 3,044 hours
Picnic Bay 25°C (77°F) 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 26°C (79°F) 1097 mm (43 in) 3,044 hours

Places in Magnetic Island, Australia

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