Stanthorpe 2024 Climate Summary
Understanding Stanthorpe's climate patterns is essential for planning your stay. The city experiences a distinctive seasonal rhythm that shapes its weather throughout the year.
Temperature extremes span from 3.9°C up to 26.6°C, with a notable 11.9°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Jan brings the heaviest precipitation at 129mm, contrasting sharply with May's mere 27mm. The city receives 754mm annually over approximately 116 rain days.
Stanthorpe runs 6.1°C cooler than the Queensland average. The 754mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Stanthorpe. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Stanthorpe'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 Stanthorpe's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Stanthorpe reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 21.0°C, while the average minimum is 11.4°C. This 9.6°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Stanthorpe showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 754mm, 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 | 26.6 | 17.2 | 129 | 18 | 22.8 | 55% |
| February | 26.5 | 16.9 | 38 | 11 | 23.1 | 52% |
| March | 23.4 | 14.8 | 52 | 15 | 17.9 | 55% |
| April | 20.6 | 11.5 | 83 | 10 | 16.0 | 52% |
| May | 17.2 | 8.9 | 27 | 7 | 12.9 | 57% |
| June | 13.6 | 3.9 | 40 | 3 | 11.2 | 55% |
| July | 12.4 | 4.8 | 48 | 9 | 11.8 | 58% |
| August | 18.0 | 8.5 | 28 | 6 | 15.5 | 49% |
| September | 20.3 | 8.5 | 34 | 5 | 20.6 | 38% |
| October | 22.0 | 10.9 | 48 | 8 | 22.7 | 42% |
| November | 24.6 | 15.0 | 107 | 13 | 23.0 | 51% |
| December | 26.5 | 16.0 | 121 | 11 | 26.8 | 48% |