AI-generatedBundaberg at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jan · 31°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,610 h
- Rain a year
- 839 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Bundaberg
Bundaberg has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while July is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 2,610 hours of sunshine a year, Bundaberg is sunny; October is the sunniest month with 8.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Bundaberg
The best time to visit Bundaberg is from May to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to September. The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is February with 128 mm.
Bundaberg through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Bundaberg in spring
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Bundaberg in summer
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Bundaberg in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 26–30 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Bundaberg in winter
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 23–25 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
05:1717:55
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:03–05:48 · evening 17:25–18:09
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:54–05:03 · evening 18:09–18:18
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Bundaberg compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 27° at the start of the month to 29° at the end. The days get 0.7 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 18° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 13.0 h |
What is the weather like in Bundaberg in October?
In October, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 61 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 38 min05:17 – 17:55
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 6 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %86 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %83 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %81 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Bundaberg
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Bundaberg: score 95 against 84. In September, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. September has 2 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 84 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 14° |
| Sunshine | 8.0 h | 7.8 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 61 mm | 25 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 9 | 2better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Bundaberg month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
49January31° · 7.7 h
In January, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 112 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in January48February31° · 6.7 h
In February, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 128 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in February53March30° · 6.7 h
In March, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 13 days, totalling 103 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in March74April28° · 6.8 h
In April, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 68 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in April84May26° · 6.5 h
In May, Bundaberg is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in May86June23° · 6.0 h
In June, Bundaberg is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in June91July23° · 6.2 h
In July, Bundaberg is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 36 mm in total. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in July94August25° · 7.3 h
In August, Bundaberg is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 32 mm in total. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in August95September27° · 7.8 h
In September, Bundaberg is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 25 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in September84October28° · 8.0 h
In October, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 61 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in October71November30° · 7.9 h
In November, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in November59December31° · 8.0 h
In December, Bundaberg is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 11 days, totalling 103 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Bundaberg
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (10°), the warmest in February (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from December to March; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 146 days a year, mostly from November to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 49 | 31° | 22° | 7.7 h | 13 | 112 |
| FebruaryFeb | 48 | 31° | 22° | 6.7 h | 13 | 128 |
| MarchMar | 53 | 30° | 20° | 6.7 h | 13 | 103 |
| AprilApr | 74 | 28° | 18° | 6.8 h | 9 | 68 |
| MayMay | 84 | 26° | 14° | 6.5 h | 8 | 60 |
| JuneJun | 86 | 23° | 12° | 6.0 h | 6 | 51 |
| JulyJul | 91 | 23° | 10° | 6.2 h | 4 | 36 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 25° | 11° | 7.3 h | 4 | 32 |
| SeptemberSep | 95 | 27° | 14° | 7.8 h | 5 | 25 |
| OctoberOct | 84 | 28° | 17° | 8.0 h | 7 | 61 |
| NovemberNov | 71 | 30° | 19° | 7.9 h | 8 | 59 |
| DecemberDec | 59 | 31° | 21° | 8.0 h | 11 | 103 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sunshine hours in Bundaberg
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.0 of 12.6 hours of daylight in Bundaberg, 63 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Bundaberg: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Bundaberg has about 7 rainy days with 61 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Bundaberg
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Bundaberg
How breezy and how cloudy Bundaberg is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Bundaberg typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 38 % of the sky over Bundaberg: mostly sunny, with about 8.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Bundaberg
How often the day gets hot in Bundaberg (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Bundaberg has about 6 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Bundaberg
Weather for your travel dates
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Bundaberg in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Bundaberg has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 54).
- 68
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 29 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 84
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 84
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
- 54
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 5 min
- Distance
- 16,260 km
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Jet lag
- About 9 days (9 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Bundaberg lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Bundaberg vs Hervey Bay
In October Hervey Bay has the better holiday weather (score 94 vs 84). During the day Hervey Bay is 2 °C cooler than Bundaberg. Hervey Bay gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Bundaberg | Hervey Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 84 | 94 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 26° |
| Sea | no sea nearby | 23° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | May – Oct | Mar – May, Sep – Nov |
Through the year
Australia in October: the best places
In October, Bundaberg ranks 20 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 20BundabergThis page28°84
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Frequently asked questions about Bundaberg
When is the best time to visit Bundaberg?
The best time to visit Bundaberg is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Bundaberg?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. July is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Bundaberg?
The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is February with 128 mm. The driest month is September with 25 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Bundaberg get?
Bundaberg gets around 2,610 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is October with 8.0 hours a day; in June there are 6.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Bundaberg in?
Bundaberg is on UTC+10 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Bundaberg?
A nonstop flight from London to Bundaberg takes about 20 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,260 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Bundaberg?
Bundaberg lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Bundaberg?
Bundaberg has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 54). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 68, May half-term 84, summer holidays 93, October half-term 84, Christmas holidays 54.