Mackay Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore temperature statistics for Mackay in Queensland, Australia, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Australia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Mackay changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in January to a comfortable 22°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 16°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Mackay by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 37 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days.
Annual Temperatures in Australia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Mackay Temperatures Compared World Wide
Mackay’s average annual maximum temperature is 26°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Mackay’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Mackay climate page.
Current temperature in Mackay
