Townsville, Queensland Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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 62 days, to August 20, 2026.

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. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 68% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 28%. Over the year the sun shines about 52% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 549 mm of rain, 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 68% of daylight hours. 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.