AI-generatedCaloundra at a glance
- Best time
- Sep – Apr
- Warmest month
- Jan · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 26.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,930 h
- Rain a year
- 1,058 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Caloundra
Caloundra has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while July is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year, Caloundra is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 9.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Caloundra
The best time to visit Caloundra is from September to April. In January, February and March, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in May and from September to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to November. The wettest month is February with 144 mm of precipitation.
Caloundra through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Caloundra in spring
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 25–27 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Caloundra in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 28–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Caloundra in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 23–28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 40 rainy days in all
Caloundra in winter
Jun – Aug
Good
- 21–22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May, Sep – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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: September – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 21°
- Midday, 13:00: about 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
05:1317:54
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 04:58–05:44 · evening 17:23–18:08
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:49–04:58 · evening 18:08–18:17
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 Caloundra compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 25° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea warms from 22° to 23°. The days get 0.7 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 17° |
| Sea | 22° | 23° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 13.1 h |
What is the weather like in Caloundra in October?
In October, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 41 min05:13 – 17:54
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 3 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %79 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %95 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %62 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Caloundra
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and November bring similar holiday weather to Caloundra (score 86 and 89). In November, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in November. November has 2 more rainy days.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 89 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 19° |
| Sea | 22.5° | 23.7° |
| Sunshine | 8.7 h | 9.1 h |
| Rainy days | 9better | 11 |
| Rainfall | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Muggy days | 5better | 11 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Caloundra month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
82January29° · Sea 26° · 8.6 h
In January, Caloundra is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 133 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in January80February29° · Sea 27° · 7.7 h
In February, Caloundra is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 144 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in February77March28° · Sea 26° · 7.4 h
In March, Caloundra is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 129 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in March82April26° · Sea 25° · 7.5 h
In April, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in April73May23° · Sea 24° · 7.1 h
In May, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 23.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in May57June21° · Sea 22° · 6.7 h
In June, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in June57July21° · Sea 21° · 7.5 h
In July, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 40 mm. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in July68August22° · Sea 21° · 8.5 h
In August, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in August83September25° · Sea 21° · 8.8 h
In September, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in September86October26° · Sea 23° · 8.7 h
In October, Caloundra is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in October89November27° · Sea 24° · 9.1 h
In November, Caloundra is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 90 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in November86December28° · Sea 25° · 8.6 h
In December, Caloundra is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 123 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Caloundra.
Caloundra in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Caloundra
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 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (11°), the warmest in January (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 120 days a year, mostly from December to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 82 | 29° | 22° | 26.1° | 8.6 h | 16 | 133 |
| FebruaryFeb | 80 | 29° | 22° | 26.6° | 7.7 h | 15 | 144 |
| MarchMar | 77 | 28° | 20° | 26.2° | 7.4 h | 16 | 129 |
| AprilApr | 82 | 26° | 18° | 25.1° | 7.5 h | 13 | 77 |
| MayMay | 73 | 23° | 14° | 23.5° | 7.1 h | 11 | 86 |
| JuneJun | 57 | 21° | 12° | 22.0° | 6.7 h | 8 | 62 |
| JulyJul | 57 | 21° | 11° | 20.7° | 7.5 h | 6 | 40 |
| AugustAug | 68 | 22° | 11° | 20.5° | 8.5 h | 6 | 46 |
| SeptemberSep | 83 | 25° | 14° | 21.3° | 8.8 h | 7 | 39 |
| OctoberOct | 86 | 26° | 16° | 22.5° | 8.7 h | 9 | 88 |
| NovemberNov | 89 | 27° | 19° | 23.7° | 9.1 h | 11 | 90 |
| DecemberDec | 86 | 28° | 20° | 25.1° | 8.6 h | 13 | 123 |
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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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Caloundra
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.0 – 23.1 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Caloundra ranges from 20.5 °C in August to 26.6 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. From May to June the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 25.9 and 27.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.1° | 25.4° | 26.8° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.6° | 25.9° | 27.2° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.2° | 25.6° | 26.8° | warm |
| AprilApr | 25.1° | 24.7° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 23.5° | 23.0° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 21.3° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 20.7° | 20.0° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.5° | 19.7° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 21.3° | 20.6° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 22.5° | 22.0° | 23.1° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 23.7° | 23.1° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 25.1° | 24.3° | 25.8° | pleasant |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Caloundra
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 8.7 of 12.7 hours of daylight in Caloundra, 69 % 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
Rain in Caloundra: 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, Caloundra has about 9 rainy days with 88 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Caloundra
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Caloundra
How breezy and how cloudy Caloundra 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 Caloundra typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Caloundra: mostly sunny, with about 8.7 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Caloundra
How often the day gets hot in Caloundra (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, Caloundra has about 3 hot days, with an average daytime high of 26 °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 Caloundra
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Caloundra 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.
Caloundra has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 86) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 64).
- 81
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 70
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 64
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 86
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 84
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 20 min
- Distance
- 16,490 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.
Good to know: Australia
- Currency
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- Language
- English
- Sockets
- Type I · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +61
- Emergency number
- 000
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Caloundra 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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Caloundra vs Sunshine Coast
In October the holiday weather in Caloundra and Sunshine Coast is about equally good (score 86 vs 89). During the day it is about as warm in Sunshine Coast as in Caloundra. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Caloundra | Sunshine Coast |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 89 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Sep – Apr | Jun – Nov |
Through the year
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In October, Caloundra ranks 15 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 5Hervey Bay26°23°91
- 6Sunshine Coast26°23°89
- 7Brisbane26°89
- 8Gold Coast (Surfers Paradise)26°23°88
- 15CaloundraThis page26°23°86
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Frequently asked questions about Caloundra
When is the best time to visit Caloundra?
The best time to visit Caloundra is from September to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Caloundra?
The sea temperature in Caloundra ranges from 20.5 °C in August to 26.6 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Caloundra in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Caloundra?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 22 °C. July is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in Caloundra?
The wettest month is February with 144 mm of precipitation. The driest month is September with 39 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Caloundra get?
Caloundra gets around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 9.1 hours a day; in June there are 6.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Caloundra in?
Caloundra is on UTC+10 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Caloundra?
A nonstop flight from London to Caloundra takes about 20 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,490 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Caloundra?
Caloundra 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 Caloundra?
Caloundra has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 86) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 64). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 81, May half-term 70, summer holidays 64, October half-term 86, Christmas holidays 84.