Rockhampton 2024 Climate Summary
Rockhampton'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 10.9°C up to 32.7°C, with a notable 9.3°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Rainfall patterns show Aug as the wettest month with 191mm, while Sep receives just 4mm. Annual rainfall totals 957mm, spread across an average of 109 rain days.
Rockhampton runs 0.8°C warmer than the Queensland average. The 957mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Rockhampton. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Rockhampton'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 Rockhampton's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Rockhampton reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 27.9°C, while the average minimum is 18.0°C. This 9.9°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Rockhampton showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 957mm, 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 | 32.7 | 24.2 | 99 | 19 | 23.4 | 52% |
| February | 32.2 | 22.8 | 48 | 11 | 22.4 | 48% |
| March | 30.4 | 22.0 | 118 | 14 | 18.6 | 53% |
| April | 26.9 | 18.6 | 128 | 10 | 16.4 | 57% |
| May | 25.0 | 16.1 | 20 | 5 | 14.5 | 53% |
| June | 22.4 | 11.0 | 61 | 5 | 13.6 | 46% |
| July | 21.4 | 10.9 | 16 | 4 | 14.3 | 47% |
| August | 24.5 | 14.1 | 191 | 5 | 15.6 | 53% |
| September | 26.9 | 15.1 | 4 | 1 | 20.8 | 39% |
| October | 29.4 | 17.8 | 50 | 7 | 23.2 | 43% |
| November | 31.3 | 20.9 | 56 | 11 | 24.3 | 44% |
| December | 31.4 | 22.3 | 166 | 17 | 23.7 | 50% |