Emerald 2024 Climate Summary
The climate of Emerald reveals interesting patterns when examined month by month. From temperature swings to rainfall distribution, each season brings its own character.
Temperatures in Emerald range between 10.2°C in winter and 34.6°C in summer, a variation of 10.6°C across the year.
The wettest month is Jan (176mm), and the driest is Sep (1mm). This creates an annual total of 607mm distributed across about 69 rain days.
Compared to the Queensland average, Emerald is 2.0°C warmer. Its annual rainfall of 607mm is typical of the region's climate 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% |