Sheldon, Australia experiences average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 9 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Sheldon, Australia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Sheldon, 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
8.3/10
Best: April, May, September, October, November
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 24°C / 18°C
Feels Like 25°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 9
Rainfall 82 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
28°C
January
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 12 days
Coldest Month
12°C
July
Avg High 20°C
Rain 6 days
Driest Month
5 days
August
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 13°C
Windiest Month
19 km/h
February (Gusts 43)
Sea Temperature
17°C – 28°C
Warmest water: February (
27.5°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, June due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:37
Daylight 10.6h
Sunset 17:10
Live conditions —
Sheldon on the map · live conditions
Sheldon, Australia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Australia
- City
- Sheldon
- Population
- 1.7K
- Coordinates
- -27.58°, 153.20°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 8 days/mo
3/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 11 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 22°C . Feb: 28°C / 22°C . Mar: 26°C / 21°C . Apr: 24°C / 19°C . May: 22°C / 16°C . Jun: 20°C / 13°C . Jul: 20°C / 12°C . Aug: 21°C / 13°C . Sep: 23°C / 15°C . Oct: 25°C / 18°C . Nov: 26°C / 20°C . Dec: 27°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 88 mm. Feb: 143 mm. Mar: 201 mm. Apr: 52 mm. May: 66 mm. Jun: 45 mm. Jul: 37 mm. Aug: 32 mm. Sep: 34 mm. Oct: 106 mm. Nov: 86 mm. Dec: 96 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 77%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 80%. Apr: 76%. May: 75%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 70%. Sep: 71%. Oct: 74%. Nov: 73%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 17 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 18 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: 10h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 12h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 27°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 26°C . Apr: 24°C . May: 21°C . Jun: 18°C . Jul: 17°C . Aug: 18°C . Sep: 21°C . Oct: 23°C . Nov: 25°C . Dec: 27°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 6. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 4. Jul: UV 5. Aug: UV 5. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h 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 52 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 28°C | Jan · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 12°C | Jul · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 561 mm | Mar · 201 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 20 km/h | Feb · 19 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Wet April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Good July
Good August
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 22°C | 31°C / 25°C | 12days (88 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 28°C / 22°C | 31°C / 24°C | 11days (143 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 26°C / 21°C | 29°C / 23°C | 16days (201 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 80% Humid | 6.3 High | Wet | View Details |
| April best | 24°C / 19°C | 25°C / 19°C | 8days (52 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 76% Humid | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 22°C / 16°C | 22°C / 15°C | 8days (66 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 75% Muggy | 4.6 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 20°C / 13°C | 18°C / 11°C | 6days (45 mm) Good | 8.6h Good | 74% Muggy | 4.2 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| July | 20°C / 12°C | 18°C / 10°C | 6days (37 mm) Good | 8.6h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| August | 21°C / 13°C | 20°C / 12°C | 5days (32 mm) Good | 9.6h Good | 70% Muggy | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 23°C / 15°C | 23°C / 15°C | 5days (34 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 25°C / 18°C | 26°C / 18°C | 10days (106 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 26°C / 20°C | 28°C / 21°C | 10days (86 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 27°C / 21°C | 30°C / 23°C | 12days (96 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Sheldon are April, May, September, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Sheldon, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Sheldon is January, with average daytime highs of 28°C (82°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Sheldon is July, with average overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Sheldon is March, averaging 201mm of precipitation across 16 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Sheldon runs through March, January, December, February, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Sheldon.
Sheldon receives approximately 120 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Sheldon.
The least favorable months to visit Sheldon are January, February, March, June, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider April, May, September, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Sheldon is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Sheldon is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, October, November, December average 26°C (79°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Sheldon are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 19 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 43 km/h / 26 mph).
Sheldon averages 7 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 44%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Sheldon is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Sheldon 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 Sheldon ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 25°C (77°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Sheldon. It earns a climate score of 7.8/10 with Good.
For July in Sheldon, pack Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 20°C (67°F) and 6 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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