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Whitsundays

Visit in September — score 84/100 · avg high 87°F · 4 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

91°/74°F
31 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

90°/74°F
28 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

87°/72°F
31 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

85°/68°F
19 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

82°/60°F
11 rain days
11.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

80°/56°F
8 rain days
10.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

79°/55°F
8 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

#2
82°/56°F
4 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

#1
87°/62°F
4 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

#3
89°/66°F
8 rain days
12.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

92°/70°F
14 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

92°/73°F
31 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4781°91°74°3125013.1hModerateBelow avg
February4680°90°74°2823512.7hModerateBelow avg
March4879°87°72°3117112.1hModerateBelow avg
April5376°85°68°197711.5hModerateAverage
May7072°82°60°114411.0hModerateAverage
June6969°80°56°83010.8hHighAbove avg
July7067°79°55°83210.9hHighAverage
August8069°82°56°41811.3hHighAverage
September8472°87°62°41511.9hHighAbove avg
October7976°89°66°83212.5hHighAverage
November6978°92°70°145613.0hModerateBelow avg
December5080°92°73°3113413.2hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
77/100
High
89°F
Low
66°F
Rain days
9/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Whitsundays (September, October, November) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 66°F, with about 9 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 77/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 84/100.

Summer

Score
48/100
High
91°F
Low
74°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Whitsundays (December, January, February) brings average highs of 91°F and lows of 74°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 50/100.

Fall

Score
57/100
High
85°F
Low
67°F
Rain days
20/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Whitsundays (March, April, May) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 67°F, with about 20 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 57/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 70/100.

Winter

Score
73/100
High
80°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
7/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Whitsundays (June, July, August) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 56°F, with about 7 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 73/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 80/100.

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 Whitsundays?
The best month to visit Whitsundays is September, with an overall travel score of 84/100. Expect average highs of 87°F, about 4 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Whitsundays expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Whitsundays are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Whitsundays in December?
December in Whitsundays has average highs of 92°F and lows of 73°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 13.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 50/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Whitsundays?
The most affordable time to visit Whitsundays 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 February (score: 46/100).

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