Baxter, Australia experiences average highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Baxter, Australia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Baxter, Australia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jun–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.1/10
Best: January, February, March
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 18°C / 12°C
Feels Like 17°C / 10°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 62 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 72%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 10°C
Hottest Month
25°C
January
Avg Low16°C
Rain7days
Coldest Month
8°C
July
Avg High13°C
Rain12days
Driest Month
5days
February
Avg High24°C
Avg Low16°C
Windiest Month
23 km/h
September (Gusts 51)
Sea Temperature
11°C – 22°C
Warmest water: January (
22°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:35
Daylight 9.5h
Sunset 17:07
Live conditions—
Baxter on the map · live conditions
Baxter, Australia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Australia
- City
- Baxter
- Population
- 2.1K
- Coordinates
- -38.20°, 145.15°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 7 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 25°C / 16°C . Feb: 24°C / 16°C . Mar: 23°C / 15°C . Apr: 19°C / 13°C . May: 16°C / 10°C . Jun: 13°C / 8°C . Jul: 13°C / 8°C . Aug: 14°C / 8°C . Sep: 15°C / 10°C . Oct: 18°C / 11°C . Nov: 20°C / 13°C . Dec: 22°C / 14°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 61 mm. Feb: 31 mm. Mar: 37 mm. Apr: 61 mm. May: 64 mm. Jun: 59 mm. Jul: 64 mm. Aug: 68 mm. Sep: 75 mm. Oct: 88 mm. Nov: 76 mm. Dec: 61 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 66%. Feb: 66%. Mar: 68%. Apr: 72%. May: 76%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 72%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 67%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 20 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 20 km/h . Apr: 19 km/h . May: 20 km/h . Jun: 19 km/h . Jul: 22 km/h . Aug: 22 km/h . Sep: 23 km/h . Oct: 22 km/h . Nov: 21 km/h . Dec: 21 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 12h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 7h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 12h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 22°C . Feb: 22°C . Mar: 21°C . Apr: 18°C . May: 15°C . Jun: 13°C . Jul: 11°C . Aug: 12°C . Sep: 13°C . Oct: 15°C . Nov: 18°C . Dec: 20°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 4. May: UV 3. Jun: UV 2. Jul: UV 3. Aug: UV 4. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 16 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 26°C | Jan · 25°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 7°C | Jul · 8°C |
| Wettest month | Nov 2025 · 124 mm | Oct · 88 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 25 km/h | Sep · 23 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Good June
Fair July
Fair August
Fair September
Fair October
Good November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 25°C / 16°C | 26°C / 16°C | 7days (61 mm) Good | 11.5h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 24°C / 16°C | 24°C / 15°C | 5days (31 mm) Good | 11.4h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 23°C / 15°C | 22°C / 14°C | 6days (37 mm) Good | 9.9h Good | 68% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 19°C / 13°C | 18°C / 11°C | 8days (61 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| May | 16°C / 10°C | 13°C / 8°C | 11days (64 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 76% Humid | 3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| June | 13°C / 8°C | 10°C / 5°C | 12days (59 mm) Wet | 7h Good | 80% Humid | 2.4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| July | 13°C / 8°C | 9°C / 5°C | 12days (64 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 79% Humid | 2.6 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| August | 14°C / 8°C | 10°C / 5°C | 14days (68 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 76% Humid | 3.7 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| September | 15°C / 10°C | 13°C / 7°C | 14days (75 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 72% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| October | 18°C / 11°C | 16°C / 8°C | 12days (88 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 6.3 High | Good | View Details |
| November | 20°C / 13°C | 19°C / 11°C | 11days (76 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 22°C / 14°C | 22°C / 13°C | 8days (61 mm) Wet | 11.8h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Baxter are January, February, March, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Baxter, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Baxter is January, with average daytime highs of 25°C (77°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Baxter is July, with average overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Baxter is October, averaging 88mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Baxter runs through August, September, June, July, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Baxter.
Baxter receives approximately 113 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Baxter.
The least favorable months to visit Baxter are June, July, August, September, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March instead.
The annual average UV index in Baxter is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Baxter is 72%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January average 22°C (72°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Baxter are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 23 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 51 km/h / 31 mph).
Baxter averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 61%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Baxter is 10°C (50°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Baxter has a Oceanic climate, classified as Cfb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Baxter ranges from 10°C (50°F) to 17°C (63°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Baxter, with a climate score of 5.1/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March instead for better conditions.
For June in Baxter, pack Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 13°C (55°F) and 12 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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