Geography of Byron Bay
Geography of Byron Bay: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Byron Bay
Gold Coast is 45 mi to the north, Brisbane is 89 mi to the north-west, Brisbane Airport is 92 mi to the north and Newcastle is 315 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 28°38′36.2″S 153°36′43.9″E (-28.6434, 153.6122)
Quick facts about Byron Bay
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | New South Wales |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 28°38′36.2″S 153°36′43.9″E (-28.6434, 153.6122) |
| Population | 10.000 |
| Known for | lighthouse walks and surf culture |
| Local time | 2:19 PM (UTC+10:00) |
| Best months | February, June, July, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Summary
Byron Bay is a city in New South Wales. Byron Bay is known for lighthouse walks and surf culture. It has a population of about 10.000.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Byron Bay with clear sky. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 57°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 82%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Byron Bay is February, June, July, August, September, October and December. The climate is temperate. March, April and May tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 53°F.
The closest major airport is Brisbane Airport (BNE), about 92 mi away. Nearby highlights include Main Beach, Byron Bay.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 2.7°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Byron Bay today at 7.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Byron Bay month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 71° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 70° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 69° | 11,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 76° | 63° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 72° | 60° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 68° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 53° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 70° | 55° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 73° | 58° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 76° | 62° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 78° | 66° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 81° | 69° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Byron Bay?
Byron Bay is a city in New South Wales. Its coordinates are -28.6434, 153.6122. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Byron Bay right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 67% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Byron Bay?
February, June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Byron Bay, which has a temperate climate. March, April and May are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Byron Bay in?
Byron Bay observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 2:19 PM.
How many people live in Byron Bay?
Byron Bay has a population of approximately 10.000.
What is the nearest airport to Byron Bay?
The closest airports are Brisbane Airport (BNE), 92 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Byron Bay?
Popular options include Main Beach, Byron Bay.
What places are in Byron Bay?
Byron Bay covers 1 places in this atlas, including Main Beach, Byron Bay.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 2:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
