Goulburn 2024 Climate Summary
Understanding Goulburn's climate patterns is essential for planning your stay. The city experiences a distinctive seasonal rhythm that shapes its weather throughout the year.
Temperature extremes span from 2.0°C up to 27.1°C, with a notable 14.3°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Jan brings the heaviest precipitation at 123mm, contrasting sharply with Mar's mere 19mm. The city receives 713mm annually over approximately 94 rain days.
Goulburn runs 3.4°C cooler than the New South Wales average. The 713mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Goulburn. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Goulburn'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 Goulburn's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Goulburn reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 18.9°C, while the average minimum is 8.6°C. This 10.3°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Goulburn showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 713mm, 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 | 24.6 | 14.7 | 123 | 12 | 21.9 | 55% |
| February | 25.3 | 14.4 | 56 | 8 | 21.7 | 50% |
| March | 24.5 | 12.2 | 19 | 5 | 20.2 | 40% |
| April | 17.7 | 7.6 | 81 | 7 | 14.0 | 52% |
| May | 14.1 | 5.3 | 87 | 10 | 9.6 | 63% |
| June | 10.3 | 2.0 | 96 | 10 | 7.4 | 67% |
| July | 9.9 | 3.0 | 23 | 5 | 8.6 | 66% |
| August | 14.0 | 4.7 | 38 | 8 | 12.4 | 59% |
| September | 15.7 | 5.3 | 30 | 5 | 18.0 | 44% |
| October | 19.3 | 7.1 | 25 | 5 | 21.8 | 42% |
| November | 24.6 | 13.0 | 83 | 10 | 22.4 | 39% |
| December | 27.1 | 13.6 | 50 | 9 | 28.4 | 33% |