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    Queensland - Northeast coast

    Townsville weather and climate

    Queensland - Northeast coast

    Townsville weather and climate

     

    Day

    32 °C

     

    Night

    24 °C

     

    Sea

    29 °C

     

    Precipitation

    325 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    15 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    13 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    8 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    66 %

     

    Day

    32 °C

     

    Night

    24 °C

     

    Sea

    29 °C

     

    Precipitation

    325 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    15 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    13 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    8 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    66 %

    Overview: Townsville
    Townsville (Australia) is a place with a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 26 °C (78 °F) in July to 32 °C (89 °F) in January. The driest month is August with just 2 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is February with 17 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 14 °C (57 °F) in July to 24 °C (75 °F) in January. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 22 °C (72 °F) in July to 29 °C (84 °F) in February.

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    Weather overview for Townsville

    Weather overview

    Townsville (Australia) is a place with a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 26 °C (78 °F) in July to 32 °C (89 °F) in January. The driest month is August with just 2 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is February with 17 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 14 °C (57 °F) in July to 24 °C (75 °F) in January. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 22 °C (72 °F) in July to 29 °C (84 °F) in February.

    January weather

    The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value of 32 °C (89 °F) in Townsville, while the rise of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 29 °C (84 °F). The wet season is about to start. The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed too, with its value of 15 days. The night temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 24 °C (75 °F).

    February weather

    The wet season continues in February in Townsville. The sea temperature is on its maximum, with its value of 29 °C (84 °F). The number of rainy days is on its maximum, and the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable as well in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 7 hours. The maximum of the humidity is observable, the value of this measure is 68 %.

    March weather

    The tourist season slowly starts in Townsville. The number of rainy days starts to descent, its value is 12 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent as well, with its value being 238 mm (9.38 in). The beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F), and the night temperature starts to descent as well, with its value of 23 °C (73 °F). The wind speed reaches its maximum in March.

    April weather

    The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 30 °C (86 °F) in Townsville, while the descent of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value of 27 °C (80 °F). The tourist season continues. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 8 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month.

    May weather

    The day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 28 °C (83 °F) in Townsville, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 25 °C (77 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in May. The number of rainy days continues to descent, its value is 5 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, its value is 43 mm (1.69 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, its value is 18 °C (65 °F).

    June weather

    There is pending tourist season in Townsville. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 26 °C (79 °F), and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 23 °C (74 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 4 days. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 15 °C (59 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 8 hours.

    July weather

    The tourist season continues in July in Townsville. The minimum of the sea temperature is observable, with its value being 22 °C (72 °F), and the minimum of the day temperature is observable as well. The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value being 3 days. The minimum of the night temperature is observable in this month. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 8 hours.

    August weather

    The tourist season continues in Townsville, and the dry season is close to its peak too. The day temperature starts to rise, its value is 27 °C (80 °F), and the night temperature rise's start could be observed too, its value is 15 °C (59 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 2 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 9 hours.

    September weather

    The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 29 °C (83 °F) in Townsville, while the sea temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 24 °C (75 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak. The rainfall amount reaches its minimum in September. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 9 hours. The humidity reaches its minimum.

    October weather

    The tourist season is close to its peak in Townsville. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 30 °C (85 °F), and the sea temperature continues to rise too, with its value of 26 °C (78 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise in October. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in October. The night temperature continues to rise.

    November weather

    The day temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 31 °C (87 °F) in Townsville, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 27 °C (81 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in November. The number of rainy days continues to rise, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 108 mm (4.27 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, with its value being 9 hours.

    December weather

    The tourist season is taking place this month in Townsville. The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F), and the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 32 °C (89 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 10 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed too, its value is 133 mm (5.25 in). The night temperature continues to rise, its value is 23 °C (74 °F).

    FAQs

    How windy is Townsville in January?

    An average wind scale that can be expected in January in Townsville is 4.

    How many hours of sun to expect in March in Townsville?

    There is an average length of sunshine of 7 hours per day in Townsville in March.

    Are there good conditions to visit in Townsville in April?

    April is one of the best months to visit Townsville. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 30 °C (86 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 27 °C (80 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 21 °C (69 °F). There are only 8 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home.

    What is the temperature in Townsville during the day in May?

    The average daily temperature in Townsville in May is 28 °C (83 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.

    How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in June in Townsville?

    In Townsville in June, we can expect 4 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.8 days of the week, or in general - 12 % days.

    How humid is Townsville in July?

    Humidity in July in Townsville is 58 %.

    Is August part of the dry season in Townsville?

    Yes, there is a dry season in Townsville in August with just 2 days during the month being rainy.

    What is the sea temperature in September in Townsville?

    In Townsville in September expect the sea to be warm at 24 °C (75 °F). This warm sea is nice for swimming, maybe cold for some, but most people can spend a long time in it.

    Is it hot in October in Townsville?

    In October in Townsville, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.

    Is there a wet season in Townsville in November?

    No, there is no wet season in Townsville in November - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.

    What is the night temperature in Townsville in December?

    The average night temperature in Townsville in December is 23 °C (74 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.

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