Wollongong 2024 Climate Summary
The climate of Wollongong reveals interesting patterns when examined month by month. From temperature swings to rainfall distribution, each season brings its own character.
Temperatures in Wollongong range between 9.3°C in winter and 25.4°C in summer, a variation of 8.7°C across the year.
The wettest month is May (225mm), and the driest is Aug (32mm). This creates an annual total of 1397mm distributed across about 154 rain days.
Wollongong runs 1.3°C cooler than the New South Wales average. The 1397mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Wollongong. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Wollongong'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 Wollongong's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Wollongong reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 21.0°C, while the average minimum is 13.9°C. This 7.1°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Wollongong showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 1397mm, 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 | 25.2 | 18.8 | 158 | 20 | 20.6 | 62% |
| February | 25.0 | 18.7 | 123 | 18 | 18.7 | 66% |
| March | 24.2 | 16.8 | 88 | 15 | 18.5 | 62% |
| April | 20.9 | 13.9 | 199 | 12 | 13.9 | 60% |
| May | 17.9 | 11.7 | 225 | 15 | 9.5 | 66% |
| June | 15.6 | 9.4 | 195 | 12 | 7.8 | 56% |
| July | 15.4 | 9.3 | 36 | 9 | 9.9 | 54% |
| August | 18.6 | 10.5 | 32 | 5 | 12.9 | 54% |
| September | 20.3 | 11.2 | 52 | 6 | 17.3 | 41% |
| October | 20.2 | 12.2 | 99 | 12 | 20.4 | 53% |
| November | 23.2 | 16.5 | 138 | 18 | 20.7 | 62% |
| December | 25.4 | 17.8 | 52 | 12 | 26.6 | 55% |