Mackay in February

If February is your window for visiting Mackay, here's what the climate data says you can expect.

Daytime highs average 29.3 degrees, dropping to 24.4 degrees overnight. That's a 5-degree swing between day and night. The warmth sticks around even after dark.

At 29.3 degrees, February runs 3.0 degrees above Mackay's annual average of 26.3 degrees.

Rainfall in February averages 260mm over about 23 days. That means roughly a 77% chance of rain on any given day, so definitely bring rain gear.

Solar exposure averages 21.4 MJ/m2 per day in February, with UV levels in the extreme range. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.

At 4.6/10 on the Comfort Score, February is middle of the road.

Packing tip: bring t-shirts with a light layer for evenings, waterproof gear, and SPF 50+ sunscreen and a hat.

The sea breeze usually kicks in by early afternoon in February, which is genuinely welcome. It can knock 3 to 5 degrees off the feels-like temperature.

The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in February.