Mareeba, Australia experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 8 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Mareeba, Australia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Mareeba, Australia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 28°C / 19°C
Feels Like 30°C / 21°C
Rainy Days 8
Rainfall 104 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 19°C
Hottest Month
31°C
November
Avg Low20°C
Rain5days
Coldest Month
15°C
August
Avg High25°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
2days
August
Avg High25°C
Avg Low15°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
September (Gusts 44)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:46
Daylight 11.1h
Sunset 17:54
Live conditions—
Mareeba on the map · live conditions
Mareeba, Australia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Australia
- City
- Mareeba
- Population
- 8.6K
- Coordinates
- -16.99°, 145.42°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 3 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 3 days/mo
3/3 best months
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: 29°C / 22°C . Feb: 29°C / 22°C . Mar: 28°C / 21°C . Apr: 27°C / 20°C . May: 26°C / 18°C . Jun: 24°C / 16°C . Jul: 24°C / 15°C . Aug: 25°C / 15°C . Sep: 27°C / 17°C . Oct: 30°C / 19°C . Nov: 31°C / 20°C . Dec: 31°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 350 mm. Feb: 257 mm. Mar: 200 mm. Apr: 91 mm. May: 25 mm. Jun: 19 mm. Jul: 19 mm. Aug: 9 mm. Sep: 9 mm. Oct: 18 mm. Nov: 36 mm. Dec: 216 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 79%. May: 78%. Jun: 78%. Jul: 77%. Aug: 73%. Sep: 72%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 77%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 13 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 12h. Nov: 12h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 73 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Nov 2025 · 32°C | Nov · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 14°C | Aug · 15°C |
| Wettest month | Feb 2025 · 523 mm | Jan · 350 mm |
| Windiest month | Dec 2025 · 17 km/h | Sep · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Excellent May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Good December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 21days (350 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 83% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 25°C | 17days (257 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 83% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 21°C | 33°C / 25°C | 17days (200 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 84% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 20°C | 30°C / 22°C | 6days (91 mm) Good | 10.1h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 26°C / 18°C | 26°C / 19°C | 3days (25 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 78% Humid | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 16°C | 24°C / 16°C | 3days (19 mm) Excellent | 9.4h Good | 78% Humid | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 15°C | 24°C / 15°C | 3days (19 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 77% Humid | 6.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 15°C | 25°C / 15°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 3days (18 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 31°C / 20°C | 34°C / 23°C | 5days (36 mm) Good | 11.7h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 9.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 31°C / 22°C | 34°C / 25°C | 14days (216 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Mareeba are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Mareeba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Mareeba is November, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Mareeba is August, with average overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Mareeba is January, averaging 350mm of precipitation across 21 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Mareeba runs through January, February, March, December, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Mareeba.
Mareeba receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is November with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Mareeba.
The least favorable months to visit Mareeba are January, February, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Mareeba is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Mareeba is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Mareeba are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 27 mph).
Mareeba averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 56%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Mareeba is 19°C (66°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Mareeba has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Mareeba ranges from 21°C (70°F) to 30°C (86°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Mareeba. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Mareeba, pack Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 24°C (75°F) and 3 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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