Townsville in November
November is right in the heart of spring for Townsville, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Daytime highs average 29.4 degrees, dropping to 24.2 degrees overnight. That's a 5-degree swing between day and night. Warm days and warm nights. It doesn't cool down much, even after sunset.
At 29.4 degrees, November runs 1.4 degrees above Townsville's annual average of 28.0 degrees.
The rain data says 69mm over 8 days. Moderate, often falling in a few good dumps rather than constant drizzle.
Sunshine-wise, November delivers around 25.1 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the extreme category. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
November scores a respectable 6.8/10 for overall comfort.
Packing tip: bring t-shirts with a light layer for evenings, waterproof gear, and serious sun protection.
The sea breeze usually kicks in by early afternoon in November, 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 November.
November at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in November. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Comfortable casual wear suitable for warm days
- A light rain jacket just in case
- Strong sun protection including a hat and SPF 50+
Coming From Overseas?
How November in Townsville stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 18 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 16 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 12 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How November Compares
Townsville's monthly climate at a glance. November is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30.9 | 25.5 | 279mm | 3.3 |
| Feb | 29.9 | 24.8 | 474mm | 3.8 |
| Mar | 29.6 | 24.2 | 146mm | 4.3 |
| Apr | 29.1 | 21.7 | 48mm | 6.4 |
| May | 27.3 | 19.4 | 12mm | 8.1 |
| Jun | 25.2 | 16.2 | 30mm | 9.5 |
| Jul | 24.5 | 15.6 | 5mm | 10.0 |
| Aug | 25.3 | 16.8 | 71mm | 9.4 |
| Sep | 27.1 | 19.6 | 6mm | 8.9 |
| Oct | 28.4 | 22.1 | 29mm | 7.9 |
| Nov | 29.4 | 24.2 | 69mm | 6.8 |
| Dec | 29.4 | 24.9 | 408mm | 4.4 |