AI-generatedCeduna at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Apr
- Warmest month
- Jan · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 19.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,670 h
- Rain a year
- 238 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30 / UTC+9:30
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Ceduna
Ceduna has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. January is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while July is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 2,670 hours of sunshine a year, Ceduna is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ceduna
The best time to visit Ceduna is from October to April. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in January it only reaches 19.3 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to December. The wettest month is July with 25 mm of precipitation.
Ceduna through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ceduna in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 22–27 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Ceduna in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 28–29 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Ceduna in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 21–27 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Ceduna in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 18–20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: October – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:5619:46
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 06:41–07:29 · evening 19:13–20:01
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:31–06:41 · evening 20:01–20:11
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 Ceduna compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 24° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea warms from 16° to 17°. The days get 0.9 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 12° |
| Sea | 16° | 17° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.3 h |
What is the weather like in Ceduna in October?
In October, Ceduna is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ceduna.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 50 min06:56 – 19:46
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 25 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 42 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 6 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %97 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Ceduna
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Ceduna: score 83 against 70. In January, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in January. January has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 70 | 83better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 16° |
| Sea | 16.6° | 19.3° |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h | 9.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 3 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ceduna month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January29° · Sea 19° · 9.9 h
In January, Ceduna is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in January83February29° · Sea 19° · 9.4 h
In February, Ceduna is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in February78March27° · Sea 19° · 8.0 h
In March, Ceduna is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 15 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in March71April25° · Sea 18° · 6.7 h
In April, Ceduna is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in April44May21° · Sea 17° · 5.5 h
In May, Ceduna is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 18 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in May24June19° · Sea 16° · 4.9 h
In June, Ceduna is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 23 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in June25July18° · Sea 15° · 4.9 h
In July, Ceduna is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 25 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in July29August20° · Sea 15° · 5.3 h
In August, Ceduna is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 24 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in August53September22° · Sea 16° · 7.1 h
In September, Ceduna is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in September70October25° · Sea 17° · 7.8 h
In October, Ceduna is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in October77November27° · Sea 18° · 8.8 h
In November, Ceduna is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in November81December28° · Sea 19° · 9.7 h
In December, Ceduna is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 18 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Ceduna.
Ceduna in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ceduna
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (6°), the warmest in January (16°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to February. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from June to August, so the room should be heated.
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 | 83 | 29° | 16° | 19.3° | 9.9 h | 2 | 20 |
| FebruaryFeb | 83 | 29° | 16° | 19.2° | 9.4 h | 2 | 14 |
| MarchMar | 78 | 27° | 14° | 18.7° | 8.0 h | 3 | 15 |
| AprilApr | 71 | 25° | 11° | 18.2° | 6.7 h | 3 | 17 |
| MayMay | 44 | 21° | 9° | 17.4° | 5.5 h | 4 | 18 |
| JuneJun | 24 | 19° | 7° | 16.3° | 4.9 h | 5 | 23 |
| JulyJul | 25 | 18° | 6° | 15.2° | 4.9 h | 5 | 25 |
| AugustAug | 29 | 20° | 7° | 14.9° | 5.3 h | 5 | 24 |
| SeptemberSep | 53 | 22° | 9° | 15.5° | 7.1 h | 4 | 22 |
| OctoberOct | 70 | 25° | 11° | 16.6° | 7.8 h | 3 | 20 |
| NovemberNov | 77 | 27° | 13° | 17.7° | 8.8 h | 4 | 22 |
| DecemberDec | 81 | 28° | 15° | 18.8° | 9.7 h | 3 | 18 |
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 in Ceduna
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.2 – 17.4 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ceduna ranges from 14.9 °C in August to 19.3 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 18.5 and 20.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.3° | 18.5° | 20.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 19.2° | 18.5° | 20.1° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.7° | 17.9° | 20.0° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.2° | 17.1° | 19.1° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.4° | 16.8° | 18.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 16.3° | 15.7° | 16.8° | cold |
| JulyJul | 15.2° | 14.7° | 15.7° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.9° | 14.4° | 15.3° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 15.5° | 15.0° | 16.3° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 16.6° | 16.2° | 17.4° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.7° | 17.1° | 18.5° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.8° | 18.2° | 19.6° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Ceduna
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 7.8 of 12.8 hours of daylight in Ceduna, 61 % 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 Ceduna: 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, Ceduna has about 3 rainy days with 20 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Ceduna
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 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 Ceduna
How breezy and how cloudy Ceduna 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 Ceduna typically peaks at 25 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: all year except May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 42 % of the sky over Ceduna: mostly sunny, with about 7.8 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 Ceduna
How often the day gets hot in Ceduna (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, Ceduna has about 6 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °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 Ceduna
Weather for your travel dates
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Ceduna 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.
Ceduna has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 82) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 28).
- 73
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 40
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 28
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 70
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 82
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 19 h 30 min
- Distance
- 15,740 km
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30
- Jet lag
- About 10 days (10 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.
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Ceduna vs Port Lincoln
In October Ceduna has the better holiday weather (score 70 vs 46). During the day Port Lincoln is 4 °C cooler than Ceduna. The sea in Port Lincoln is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Ceduna | Port Lincoln |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 70 | 46 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 21° |
| Sea | 17° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 6 |
| Best time | Oct – Apr | Dec – Mar |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Ceduna
When is the best time to visit Ceduna?
The best time to visit Ceduna is from October to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ceduna?
The sea temperature in Ceduna ranges from 14.9 °C in August to 19.3 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Ceduna in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 16.6 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Ceduna?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 16 °C. July is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Ceduna?
The wettest month is July with 25 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 14 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ceduna get?
Ceduna gets around 2,670 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.9 hours a day; in June there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Ceduna in?
Ceduna is on UTC+10:30 in January and UTC+9:30 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Ceduna?
A nonstop flight from London to Ceduna takes about 19 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 15,740 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Ceduna?
Ceduna has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 82) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 28). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 73, May half-term 40, summer holidays 28, October half-term 70, Christmas holidays 82.