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Best Time to Visit
Byron Bay

Visit in September — score 71/100 · avg high 76°F · 10 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

84°/72°F
31 rain days
13.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

83°/73°F
28 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

83°/71°F
31 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

80°/66°F
24 rain days
11.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

76°/60°F
20 rain days
10.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

72°/56°F
22 rain days
10.2h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

#2
72°/55°F
12 rain days
10.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

#3
74°/56°F
13 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

#1
76°/60°F
10 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

79°/62°F
20 rain days
12.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

81°/66°F
24 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

83°/69°F
31 rain days
13.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January5577°84°72°3116813.6hModerateBelow avg
February5377°83°73°2817213.0hModerateBelow avg
March5376°83°71°3118412.2hModerateBelow avg
April4873°80°66°249511.3hModerateAverage
May5169°76°60°207910.6hModerateAverage
June3666°72°56°228810.2hHighAbove avg
July6064°72°55°124710.3hHighAverage
August5965°74°56°135311.0hHighAverage
September7167°76°60°103911.8hHighAbove avg
October5670°79°62°207912.7hHighAverage
November5573°81°66°249413.5hModerateBelow avg
December5875°83°69°3113013.8hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
60/100
High
79°F
Low
63°F
Rain days
18/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Byron Bay (September, October, November) brings average highs of 79°F and lows of 63°F, with about 18 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 60/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 71/100.

Summer

Score
56/100
High
83°F
Low
71°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Byron Bay (December, January, February) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 71°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 56/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 58/100.

Fall

Score
51/100
High
80°F
Low
66°F
Rain days
25/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Byron Bay (March, April, May) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 66°F, with about 25 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 51/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 53/100.

Winter

Score
52/100
High
73°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Byron Bay (June, July, August) brings average highs of 73°F and lows of 56°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 52/100, with July being the strongest month of the season at 60/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Byron Bay?
The best month to visit Byron Bay is September, with an overall travel score of 71/100. Expect average highs of 76°F, about 10 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Byron Bay expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Byron Bay are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Byron Bay in December?
December in Byron Bay has average highs of 83°F and lows of 69°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 13.8 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 58/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Byron Bay?
The most affordable time to visit Byron Bay is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is June (score: 36/100).

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