Sunset, Australia experiences average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 4 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Sunset, Australia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Sunset, Australia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.8/10
Best: April, May, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 32°C / 20°C
Feels Like 30°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 4
Rainfall 36 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 40%
Wind Speed 24 km/h
Dew Point 11°C
Hottest Month
37°C
December
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 6 days
Coldest Month
12°C
July
Avg High 24°C
Rain 1 days
Driest Month
1 days
April
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 21°C
Windiest Month
25 km/h
September (Gusts 44)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:18
Daylight 11h
Sunset 18:18
Live conditions —
Sunset on the map · live conditions
Sunset, Australia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Australia
- City
- Sunset
- Population
- 2.2K
- Coordinates
- -20.71°, 139.51°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 3 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 1 days/mo
2/3 best months
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: 36°C / 26°C . Feb: 35°C / 24°C . Mar: 34°C / 24°C . Apr: 32°C / 21°C . May: 27°C / 16°C . Jun: 24°C / 13°C . Jul: 24°C / 12°C . Aug: 27°C / 14°C . Sep: 31°C / 18°C . Oct: 35°C / 22°C . Nov: 36°C / 24°C . Dec: 37°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 86 mm. Feb: 96 mm. Mar: 105 mm. Apr: 12 mm. May: 8 mm. Jun: 7 mm. Jul: 11 mm. Aug: 2 mm. Sep: 11 mm. Oct: 10 mm. Nov: 33 mm. Dec: 55 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 51%. Feb: 53%. Mar: 51%. Apr: 37%. May: 41%. Jun: 43%. Jul: 41%. Aug: 30%. Sep: 28%. Oct: 28%. Nov: 35%. Dec: 38%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 23 km/h . Feb: 23 km/h . Mar: 23 km/h . Apr: 25 km/h . May: 25 km/h . Jun: 23 km/h . Jul: 24 km/h . Aug: 24 km/h . Sep: 25 km/h . Oct: 25 km/h . Nov: 24 km/h . Dec: 24 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 12h. Dec: 12h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 7. 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
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 21 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 40°C | Dec · 37°C |
| Coldest month | Jun 2025 · 11°C | Jul · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 268 mm | Mar · 105 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 26 km/h | Sep · 25 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Fair March
Fair April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°C / 26°C | 38°C / 27°C | 9days (86 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February | 35°C / 24°C | 36°C / 25°C | 7days (96 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 34°C / 24°C | 35°C / 24°C | 7days (105 mm) Good | 10.2h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April best | 32°C / 21°C | 30°C / 18°C | 1days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.4h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 27°C / 16°C | 24°C / 13°C | 1days (8 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 41% Moderate | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 24°C / 13°C | 21°C / 9°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 43% Moderate | 5.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 12°C | 20°C / 8°C | 1days (11 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 41% Moderate | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 14°C | 24°C / 10°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 30% Comfortable | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 31°C / 18°C | 29°C / 14°C | 2days (11 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 35°C / 22°C | 34°C / 19°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 9.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 36°C / 24°C | 36°C / 22°C | 5days (33 mm) Good | 11.6h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | 9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 37°C / 26°C | 38°C / 25°C | 6days (55 mm) Good | 11.5h Excellent | 38% Comfortable | 9.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Sunset are April, May, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Sunset, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Sunset is December, with average daytime highs of 37°C (99°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Sunset 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 Sunset is March, averaging 105mm of precipitation across 7 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Sunset receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is November with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Sunset.
The least favorable months to visit Sunset are January, February, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider April, May, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Sunset is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Sunset is 40%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Sunset are 24 km/h (15 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 25 km/h (16 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 28 mph).
Sunset averages 16 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 29%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Sunset is 11°C (52°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Sunset has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Sunset ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 30°C (86°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 Sunset. It earns a climate score of 8.6/10 with Excellent.
For July in Sunset, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 24°C (75°F) and 1 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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