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Queensland Weather in September

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Queensland, Australia in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Queensland in September

Queensland, Australia is a region in Australia. In September, Queensland experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Stanthorpe at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Weipa at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Weipa and 8°C (46°F) in Stanthorpe.

For a closer look at conditions across Queensland, Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Weipa with an average of 4.2 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Innisfail with 60 mm (2.4 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Gold Coast.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Gold Coast sees close to 250 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Queensland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Queensland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cairns)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April27°C (81°F) May25°C (77°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September25°C (77°F) October27°C (81°F) November28°C (82°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Queensland in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Queensland.

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Queensland, Australia?

Temperature range in Queensland (September)

Precipitation variation in Queensland (September)

Gold Coast

In September Gold Coast generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
250 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gold Coast →

Brisbane

In September Brisbane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
271 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brisbane →

Noosa Heads

In September Noosa Heads generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Noosa Heads →

Cairns

In September Cairns generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
249 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cairns →

Port Douglas

In September Port Douglas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
249 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 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 September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cairns 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Gold Coast 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Brisbane 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Noosa Heads 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Port Douglas 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Mooloolaba 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Queensland weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Queensland, Australia in September. The popular destination of Gold Coast averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

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

In Gold Coast, the average daytime high in September is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

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

Not particularly. Gold Coast averages just 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Queensland, Australia.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Queensland, Australia?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Queensland, Australia with overall perfect weather in Gold Coast.

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

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