Merimbula 2024 Climate Summary
Understanding Merimbula'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 7.7°C up to 23.7°C, with a notable 7.4°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Rainfall patterns show Apr as the wettest month with 115mm, while Aug receives just 18mm. Annual rainfall totals 619mm, spread across an average of 97 rain days.
Merimbula runs 2.6°C cooler than the New South Wales average. The 619mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Merimbula. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Merimbula'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 Merimbula's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Merimbula reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 19.7°C, while the average minimum is 12.0°C. This 7.7°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Merimbula showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 619mm, 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 | 23.4 | 17.3 | 70 | 11 | 21.2 | 64% |
| February | 23.7 | 16.3 | 60 | 8 | 20.8 | 61% |
| March | 22.5 | 15.5 | 57 | 8 | 17.6 | 62% |
| April | 19.6 | 12.5 | 115 | 11 | 12.9 | 57% |
| May | 17.5 | 9.9 | 56 | 8 | 9.6 | 60% |
| June | 14.9 | 8.2 | 56 | 8 | 7.5 | 58% |
| July | 14.7 | 7.7 | 23 | 8 | 8.9 | 55% |
| August | 17.8 | 8.1 | 18 | 4 | 12.7 | 52% |
| September | 18.9 | 9.0 | 27 | 5 | 16.8 | 41% |
| October | 19.3 | 10.3 | 33 | 7 | 21.7 | 48% |
| November | 22.0 | 14.4 | 63 | 12 | 20.7 | 61% |
| December | 22.6 | 15.4 | 40 | 7 | 25.6 | 60% |