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Queensland Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Queensland, Australia in October.

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Considering a trip to Queensland, Australia this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Queensland in October

Queensland, Australia is a region in Australia. Queensland, Australia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Point Lookout at 23°C (73°F) to very hot in Mount Isa at 36°C (97°F). At night it cools down to 20°C (68°F) in Mount Isa and 20°C (68°F) in Point Lookout.

To explore the conditions in Queensland, Australia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mount Isa with an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Springbrook with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Gold Coast enjoys about 255 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Queensland in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Queensland

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Queensland, Australia?

Temperature range in Queensland (October)

Precipitation variation in Queensland (October)

Gold Coast

In October Gold Coast generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
255 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gold Coast →

Brisbane

In October Brisbane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
270 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brisbane →

Noosa Heads

In October Noosa Heads generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Noosa Heads →

Cairns

In October Cairns generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
272 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cairns →

Port Douglas

In October Port Douglas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
272 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port Douglas →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Queensland, in Australia.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Queensland in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cairns 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Gold Coast 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Brisbane 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Noosa Heads 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Port Douglas 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Mooloolaba 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Queensland weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Queensland, Australia in October?

October in Queensland, Australia brings perfect weather. In Gold Coast, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Queensland, Australia in October?

Average temperatures in Queensland, Australia during October range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Gold Coast.

Does Queensland, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Queensland, Australia during October, with Gold Coast averaging close to 80 mm (3.1 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Queensland, Australia?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Queensland, Australia. Typically, the climate in Gold Coast is perfect.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Gold Coast.

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