Central Coast, New South Wales Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Central Coast get?

Central Coast gets 1081 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 146 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 92% of Australia.

February is the wettest month, with 142 mm. July is the driest, with 48 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 15 days, to November 4, 2021.

Central Coast weather by month

Central Coast weather in January

In January, Central Coast averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The January record high is 44°C (2018) and the record low is 9°C (2018).

Central Coast weather in February

In February, Central Coast averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 142 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 44°C (2017) and the record low is 9°C (2025).

Central Coast weather in March

In March, Central Coast averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 142 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 39°C (2023) and the record low is 8°C (1999). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in April

In April, Central Coast averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 3°C (2008). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in May

In May, Central Coast averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The May record high is 27°C (2013) and the record low is -1°C (2016). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in June

In June, Central Coast averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 100 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The June record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (2023).

Central Coast weather in July

In July, Central Coast averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The July record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (2023).

Central Coast weather in August

In August, Central Coast averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The August record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2005). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in September

In September, Central Coast averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in October

In October, Central Coast averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2025) and the record low is 3°C (1995). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in November

In November, Central Coast averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The November record high is 42°C (2014) and the record low is 4°C (1995). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Central Coast weather in December

In December, Central Coast averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The December record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (2022). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Central Coast

August is the sunniest month in Central Coast, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest, at 40%. Over the year the sun shines about 51% of daylight hours. Central Coast is cloudier than 61% of Australia.

Humidity peaks in January at 77% and is lowest in September at 64%.

Central Coast has about 20 days a year above 32°C. Central Coast is cooler than 67% of Australia.

Central Coast weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Central Coast station is 44°C, on February 11, 2017. The coldest is -2°C, on June 21, 2023.

The wettest day on record brought 189 mm of rain, on August 31, 1996.

33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1994.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1995.

The best time to visit Central Coast

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 16°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.

Central Coast climate questions

How much rain does Central Coast get?

Central Coast gets 1081 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 146 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Central Coast?

February is the wettest month in Central Coast, with 142 mm. July is the driest, with 48 mm.

How many rainy days does Central Coast have a year?

Central Coast has about 146 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Central Coast?

January is the warmest month in Central Coast, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Central Coast?

July is the coldest month in Central Coast, with an average low of 6°C.

What is the record high temperature in Central Coast?

The record high at the Central Coast station is 44°C, set on February 11, 2017. The record low is -2°C, on June 21, 2023.

What is the sunniest month in Central Coast?

August is the sunniest month in Central Coast, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Central Coast?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.