Byron Bay Weather Forecast
Byron Bay weather: 74°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Byron Bay?
Yes - rain is likely in Byron Bay today.
A 94% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun and Mon.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,9 in against a typical 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Byron Bay
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 74° / 67° | 94% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌥️ Fog | 78° / 65° | 24% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 62° | 25% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 63° | 61% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 66° | 53% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌧️ Showers | 78° / 63° | 75% · 0,5 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 62° | 78% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 62° | 75% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 68° | 49% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 86° / 67° | 25% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 66° | 31% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 65° | 43% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 70° | 41% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 70° | 33% | 17 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 74° / 62° | 41% · 0,3 in | 17 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 69° / 60° | 42% · 0,3 in | 9 mph | 3 |
What this means for Byron Bay
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 76°F typical for this month.
A 94% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 49°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and May - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 74°F (23°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 80% and wind is 8 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+11:00). The local time is 5:16 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 27, 2026 at 5:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
