Charters Towers 2024 Climate Summary
Charters Towers's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
Temperature extremes span from 11.9°C up to 34.1°C, with a notable 7.6°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Rainfall patterns show Feb as the wettest month with 294mm, while Sep receives just 4mm. Annual rainfall totals 1043mm, spread across an average of 103 rain days.
Charters Towers runs 1.9°C warmer than the Queensland average. The 1043mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Charters Towers. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Charters Towers'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 Charters Towers's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Charters Towers reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 29.0°C, while the average minimum is 18.2°C. This 10.8°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Charters Towers showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 1043mm, 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 | 33.3 | 23.5 | 157 | 20 | 22.7 | 46% |
| February | 30.1 | 22.2 | 294 | 19 | 19.5 | 59% |
| March | 29.7 | 21.4 | 114 | 16 | 18.8 | 57% |
| April | 28.5 | 18.3 | 24 | 7 | 18.6 | 47% |
| May | 26.5 | 16.3 | 8 | 3 | 15.1 | 44% |
| June | 24.4 | 12.9 | 68 | 5 | 15.1 | 40% |
| July | 22.3 | 11.9 | 11 | 4 | 14.7 | 45% |
| August | 26.1 | 13.7 | 45 | 2 | 18.5 | 40% |
| September | 29.3 | 16.2 | 4 | 1 | 21.1 | 30% |
| October | 31.9 | 18.7 | 28 | 3 | 25.0 | 32% |
| November | 34.1 | 21.0 | 63 | 8 | 25.9 | 31% |
| December | 32.2 | 22.3 | 226 | 15 | 23.3 | 48% |