Rockhampton, Australia experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Rockhampton, Australia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rockhampton, Australia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.8/10
Best: April, May, August, September, October
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 28°C / 19°C
Feels Like 29°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 58 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 69%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
31°C
February
Avg Low23°C
Rain10days
Coldest Month
13°C
July
Avg High22°C
Rain4days
Driest Month
2days
August
Avg High24°C
Avg Low13°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
January (Gusts 42)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:39
Daylight 10.7h
Sunset 17:21
Live conditions—
Rockhampton on the map · live conditions
Rockhampton, Australia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Australia
- City
- Rockhampton
- Population
- 81K
- Coordinates
- -23.38°, 150.51°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 7 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 3 days/mo
1/3 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: 31°C / 23°C . Feb: 31°C / 23°C . Mar: 30°C / 23°C . Apr: 28°C / 20°C . May: 25°C / 17°C . Jun: 23°C / 14°C . Jul: 22°C / 13°C . Aug: 24°C / 13°C . Sep: 27°C / 16°C . Oct: 29°C / 19°C . Nov: 30°C / 21°C . Dec: 31°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 86 mm. Feb: 83 mm. Mar: 105 mm. Apr: 50 mm. May: 44 mm. Jun: 25 mm. Jul: 57 mm. Aug: 27 mm. Sep: 14 mm. Oct: 45 mm. Nov: 82 mm. Dec: 79 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 71%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 74%. Apr: 71%. May: 69%. Jun: 69%. Jul: 69%. Aug: 67%. Sep: 66%. Oct: 68%. Nov: 66%. Dec: 69%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 17 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 5. Jul: UV 5. Aug: UV 6. 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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 32°C | Feb · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 12°C | Jul · 13°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 137 mm | Mar · 105 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 20 km/h | Jan · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Fair March
Fair April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Excellent July
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 10days (86 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 23°C | 35°C / 26°C | 10days (83 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 23°C | 33°C / 26°C | 12days (105 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April best | 28°C / 20°C | 29°C / 21°C | 5days (50 mm) Good | 9.8h Good | 71% Muggy | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 17°C | 25°C / 17°C | 4days (44 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 69% Muggy | 5.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 23°C / 14°C | 22°C / 13°C | 3days (25 mm) Excellent | 8.9h Good | 69% Muggy | 4.7 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 22°C / 13°C | 21°C / 11°C | 4days (57 mm) Good | 8.9h Good | 69% Muggy | 5.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 24°C / 13°C | 23°C / 13°C | 2days (27 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 67% Muggy | 6.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 16°C | 27°C / 16°C | 2days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 6days (45 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 7days (82 mm) Good | 11.3h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 31°C / 23°C | 34°C / 25°C | 9days (79 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rockhampton are April, May, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rockhampton, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rockhampton is February, 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 Rockhampton is July, with average overnight lows of 13°C (55°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rockhampton is March, averaging 105mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Rockhampton runs through March, January, February, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Rockhampton.
Rockhampton receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Rockhampton.
The least favorable months to visit Rockhampton are January, February, March, December, primarily due to frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider April, May, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Rockhampton is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Rockhampton is 69%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Rockhampton are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Rockhampton averages 9 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 39%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Rockhampton is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Rockhampton has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa 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 Rockhampton ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 29°C (84°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 Rockhampton. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Rockhampton, pack Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 23°C (73°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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