Byron Bay 2024 Climate Summary
Understanding Byron Bay's climate patterns is essential for planning your stay. The city experiences a distinctive seasonal rhythm that shapes its weather throughout the year.
The temperature profile shows a range from 11.4°C lows in the coldest months to 27.7°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 7.0°C.
Rainfall patterns show Apr as the wettest month with 286mm, while Jun receives just 21mm. Annual rainfall totals 1845mm, spread across an average of 181 rain days.
Byron Bay runs 1.6°C warmer than the New South Wales average. The 1845mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Byron Bay. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Byron Bay's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Byron Bay's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Byron Bay reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 23.9°C, while the average minimum is 17.2°C. This 6.7°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Byron Bay showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 1845mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.4 | 22.4 | 203 | 23 | 21.1 | 70% |
| February | 27.7 | 21.9 | 201 | 17 | 22.1 | 66% |
| March | 26.0 | 20.9 | 162 | 21 | 17.8 | 63% |
| April | 24.1 | 17.2 | 286 | 17 | 15.4 | 66% |
| May | 21.2 | 14.8 | 140 | 21 | 12.1 | 66% |
| June | 19.8 | 11.4 | 21 | 4 | 11.8 | 55% |
| July | 19.2 | 11.7 | 66 | 9 | 12.3 | 53% |
| August | 22.2 | 14.4 | 117 | 13 | 14.5 | 58% |
| September | 23.3 | 14.4 | 160 | 11 | 18.9 | 52% |
| October | 23.5 | 16.2 | 88 | 13 | 22.3 | 59% |
| November | 25.7 | 20.1 | 266 | 20 | 22.3 | 67% |
| December | 27.2 | 21.4 | 136 | 12 | 25.7 | 66% |