Port Campbell Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Port Campbell’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Australia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The moderate changes in the climate in Port Campbell ensures gradual weather shifts through each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 9°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Port Campbell by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 122 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 11 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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Port Campbell Temperatures Compared World Wide
Port Campbell’s average annual maximum temperature is 18°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Port Campbell’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Port Campbell climate page.
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