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Airlie Beach

QLD, Australia · Monthly Weather Guide

The best time to visit Airlie Beach depends on what you value most. The data clearly shows that October is your sweet spot:

During these months, temperatures hover in the ideal range, the rain gauge shows minimal activity, and solar exposure reaches peak levels. Temperature averages hover around 23.9°C, which is ideal for outdoor activities.

January, february, march, may and december is when you'll face the toughest conditions. Avoid January, February, March, May and December unless you enjoy heavy rainfall makes outdoor activities difficult.

Across the full year, Airlie Beach records 1351mm of rainfall. The climate varies significantly from season to season, so choosing your visit dates based on the weather you prefer will make a real difference to your experience.

Use the month-by-month breakdown below to find the perfect window for your Airlie Beach visit.

Best Months to Visit

Best Time
October
Highest comfort scores
Best Month
October 9.9/10
Peak visiting conditions
Avoid
January, February, March, May and December
Lowest comfort scores
Annual Rainfall
1351mm
Total across all months

Month-by-Month Comfort Scores

Our Comfort Score rates each month from 1 (tough) to 10 (ideal) based on temperature, humidity, rainfall, UV, and sunshine.

Monthly Climate Data

Month Max °C Min °C Rain mm Rain Days Solar MJ Humidity % Comfort

Seasonal Breakdown

Summer (Dec-Feb)
24.3°C to 29.1°C
Rainfall: 779mm | Average: 26.7°C
Autumn (Mar-May)
22.1°C to 26.0°C
Rainfall: 304mm | Average: 24.1°C
Winter (Jun-Aug)
17.0°C to 22.5°C
Rainfall: 101mm | Average: 19.7°C
Spring (Sep-Nov)
21.3°C to 26.4°C
Rainfall: 168mm | Average: 23.8°C

What to Pack

Based on Airlie Beach's best visiting months, here's what we recommend bringing:

Light clothing, SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses are non-negotiable.

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