Byron Bay Weather Forecast
Byron Bay weather: 68°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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 | 69° | 55° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 73° | 57° | 2,2 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).
Best time to visit Byron Bay
Go in February, June, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and May - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and May - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Byron Bay compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Byron Bay.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 45 mi | 69°F | about the same | 53 in |
| Brisbane | 89 mi | 69°F | about the same | 54 in |
| Brisbane Airport | 92 mi | 70°F | +33°F warmer | 55 in |
| Newcastle | 315 mi | 66°F | 35°F cooler | 45 in |
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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 68°F (20°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 73% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Byron Bay?
February, June, 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 8:37 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 October 3, 2026 at 8:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
