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Townsville, Queensland Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Townsville, Queensland?
Townsville, Queensland gets 1092 mm of precipitation a year over about 87 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and July the coldest (average low 14°C).
Tropical savanna climate
Townsville, Queensland has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 26°C in July to 32°C in December. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | 14° | 26° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 21° | 30° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 24° | 32° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 21° | 30° |
How much rain does Townsville get?
Townsville gets 1092 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 87 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 60% of Australia.
February is the wettest month, with 332 mm. September is the driest, with 10 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 84 days, to September 11, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Townsville got 1577 mm of rain, against a normal of 1092 mm for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 657 mm.
Townsville weather by month
Townsville weather in January
In January, Townsville averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 252 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 40°C (1994) and the record low is 19°C (2001).
Townsville weather in February
In February, Townsville averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 332 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 18°C (1990).
Townsville weather in March
In March, Townsville averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 38°C (1993) and the record low is 17°C (2002).
Townsville weather in April
In April, Townsville averages a high of 30°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 36°C (1988) and the record low is 11°C (1994).
Townsville weather in May
In May, Townsville averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 32°C (1996) and the record low is 8°C (2001).
Townsville weather in June
In June, Townsville averages a high of 26°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 32°C (2002) and the record low is 4°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Townsville weather in July
In July, Townsville averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 32°C (1995) and the record low is 3°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Townsville weather in August
In August, Townsville averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 33°C (2013) and the record low is 5°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Townsville weather in September
In September, Townsville averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2003) and the record low is 8°C (1985).
Townsville weather in October
In October, Townsville averages a high of 30°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2025) and the record low is 13°C (1981).
Townsville weather in November
In November, Townsville averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 39°C (1992) and the record low is 14°C (1986).
Townsville weather in December
In December, Townsville averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 123 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 41°C (1995) and the record low is 18°C (1998).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Townsville
August is the sunniest month in Townsville, with estimated sunshine of 68% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 28%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 52% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Townsville is cloudier than 56% of Australia.
Humidity peaks in January at 79% and is lowest in August at 66%.
Townsville has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Townsville is hotter than 60% of Australia.
Townsville weather records
These records cover TOWNSVILLE AERO during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Townsville station is 41°C, on December 21, 1995. The coldest is 3°C, on July 6, 1984.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 549 mm of precipitation, on January 11, 1998.
31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Townsville
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.
Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 15°C.
Spring (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 21°C.
Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 25°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 21°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24° | 32° | 252 mm | 15 | 79% | 28% | 40° | 19° |
| February | 24° | 32° | 332 mm | 15 | 79% | 33% | 41° | 18° |
| March | 23° | 31° | 157 mm | 11 | 76% | 44% | 38° | 17° |
| April | 21° | 30° | 54 mm | 7 | 76% | 52% | 36° | 11° |
| May | 18° | 28° | 26 mm | 5 | 71% | 60% | 32° | 8° |
| June | 15° | 26° | 18 mm | 5 | 71% | 60% | 32° | 4° |
| July | 14° | 26° | 14 mm | 3 | 67% | 63% | 32° | 3° |
| August | 15° | 27° | 20 mm | 2 | 66% | 68% | 33° | 5° |
| September | 18° | 28° | 9.9 mm | 3 | 68% | 60% | 37° | 8° |
| October | 21° | 30° | 24 mm | 5 | 68% | 61% | 37° | 13° |
| November | 23° | 31° | 60 mm | 8 | 69% | 48% | 39° | 14° |
| December | 24° | 32° | 123 mm | 10 | 74% | 42% | 41° | 18° |
Station: TOWNSVILLE AERO, 5 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Townsville climate questions
How much rain does Townsville get?
Townsville gets 1092 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 87 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Townsville?
February is the wettest month in Townsville, with 332 mm. September is the driest, with 10 mm.
How many rainy days does Townsville have a year?
Townsville has about 87 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Townsville?
January is the warmest month in Townsville, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Townsville?
July is the coldest month in Townsville, with an average low of 14°C.
What is the record high temperature in Townsville?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Townsville station is 41°C, set on December 21, 1995. The record low is 3°C, on July 6, 1984.
What is the sunniest month in Townsville?
August is the sunniest month in Townsville, with estimated sunshine of 68% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Townsville?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.