Thredbo Weather and Climate
Climate Snapshot
Thredbo's warmest month in 2024 was February, averaging 19.5 degrees. That gives Thredbo an annual average daytime high of 11.5 degrees, 10.8 degrees cooler than the New South Wales mean.
Daytime highs peak at 19.5 degrees in February and bottom out with overnight lows of -4.1 degrees in July. That is a 23.6 degree spread from hottest afternoon to coldest night. Overnight minimums average 2.9 degrees across the year, 9.6 degrees colder than the New South Wales average of 12.5.
Annual rainfall totals 1,142mm across 133 rain days, 27 percent wetter than the New South Wales average. The wettest month is November at 182mm, and March is the driest at 38mm.
There's a moderate seasonal swing in rainfall. Some months are wetter, but you won't see a true monsoon-style wet-dry split.
By our reckoning, February (7.7/10) is when the weather is at its finest, while April (1.0/10) is the toughest month to be outdoors.
The full data table below breaks it all down month by month. If you're in a hurry, February is your best bet.
Monthly Comfort Score
Our Comfort Score rates each month from 1 (tough) to 10 (ideal) based on temperature, humidity, rainfall, UV, and sunshine. How we calculate it
Annual Comfort Score: 3.1/10 - Ranked #207 of 213 Australian cities (national avg 6.2, NSW avg 6.4)
Seasonal Overview
| Season | Avg Max °C | Avg Min °C | Total Rain mm | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | 18.8 | 8.5 | 273 | 6.7 |
| Autumn | 12.2 | 3.6 | 213 | 2.7 |
| Winter | 3.2 | -3.2 | 303 | 1.0 |
| Spring | 11.7 | 2.6 | 354 | 2.1 |
Monthly Climate Averages
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % | Comfort |
|---|
Weather by Month
Detailed climate data, packing advice, and what to expect for each month in Thredbo.
18.4°C, 165mm rain February
19.5°C, 42mm rain March
17.6°C, 38mm rain April
11.0°C, 89mm rain May
8.1°C, 87mm rain June
2.5°C, 112mm rain July
2.1°C, 123mm rain August
5.1°C, 68mm rain September
6.8°C, 95mm rain October
11.9°C, 77mm rain November
16.3°C, 182mm rain December
18.6°C, 66mm rain
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