Emerald 2024 Climate Summary
Emerald'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 10.2°C up to 34.6°C, with a notable 10.6°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Jan brings the heaviest precipitation at 176mm, contrasting sharply with Sep's mere 1mm. The city receives 607mm annually over approximately 69 rain days.
Emerald runs 2.0°C warmer than the Queensland average. The 607mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Emerald. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Emerald'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 Emerald's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Emerald reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 29.1°C, while the average minimum is 17.7°C. This 11.4°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Emerald showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 607mm, 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 | 33.7 | 23.7 | 176 | 13 | 23.8 | 46% |
| February | 31.9 | 22.4 | 75 | 10 | 22.3 | 47% |
| March | 31.8 | 21.6 | 48 | 8 | 19.6 | 41% |
| April | 28.6 | 17.9 | 28 | 4 | 18.3 | 38% |
| May | 26.1 | 14.7 | 8 | 3 | 15.7 | 37% |
| June | 22.1 | 10.4 | 32 | 5 | 13.7 | 37% |
| July | 20.9 | 10.2 | 25 | 2 | 14.6 | 42% |
| August | 25.3 | 12.8 | 22 | 5 | 17.5 | 41% |
| September | 28.3 | 15.2 | 1 | 0 | 22.8 | 26% |
| October | 31.9 | 19.0 | 9 | 3 | 24.0 | 29% |
| November | 33.9 | 21.7 | 97 | 6 | 24.8 | 32% |
| December | 34.6 | 22.6 | 87 | 10 | 25.9 | 35% |