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Eden weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Eden at a glance

Best time
Jan – Feb
Warmest month
Feb · 22°
Warmest sea
Feb · 21.8°
Sunshine a year
2,470 h
Rain a year
820 mm
Climate
Subtropical
Time zone
UTC+11 / UTC+10
Elevation
54 m

Climate in Eden

Eden has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 22 °C, while July is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year, Eden is sunny; December is the sunniest month with 8.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Eden

The best time to visit Eden is from January to February. The sea reaches 21.8 °C in February, but the air stays too cool for a classic beach holiday. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is November with 107 mm of precipitation.

Eden through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Eden in spring

Sep – Nov

28

Poor

  • 17–19 °C by day
  • Sea 17 °C
  • 7.5 h of sun a day
  • 30 rainy days in all

Eden in summer

Dec – Feb

56

Fair

  • 21–22 °C by day
  • Sea 21 °C
  • 7.8 h of sun a day
  • 32 rainy days in all

Eden in autumn

Mar – May

44

Fair

  • 18–22 °C by day
  • Sea 20 °C
  • 6.2 h of sun a day
  • 26 rainy days in all

Eden in winter

Jun – Aug

25

Poor

  • 16 °C by day
  • Sea 16 °C
  • 5.6 h of sun a day
  • 21 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

No month

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

All year

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Eden for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: January – March

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

26

Holiday weather in October

Poor

Best time to visit: January – February

Good forSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 14°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 18°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 18°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 15°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 13°

06:1719:15

Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 06:00–06:51 · evening 18:41–19:32
Blue hour
Morning 05:50–06:00 · evening 19:32–19:42

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 Eden compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs rise from about 18° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea warms from 16° to 18°. The days get 1.1 h longer.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high18°19°
Night-time low11°12°
Sea16°18°
Daylight12.4 h13.5 h

What is the weather like in Eden in October?

In October, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

More details for October

Daylight
12 h 59 min06:17 – 19:15
UV index
8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
54 %on averageAll months
Hot days
0 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+11offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
  • Seaweight 25 %0 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %54 %

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
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in Eden

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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February has the better holiday weather in Eden: score 62 against 26. In February, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in February. February has one rainy day fewer.

October vs February, Eden
MonthOctoberFebruary
Holiday weather score2662better
Daytime high18°22°
Night-time low12°17°
Sea16.9°21.8°
Sunshine7.6 h7.2 h
Rainy days1110better
Rainfall71 mmbetter90 mm
Muggy days0better7

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Eden month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

61January22° · Sea 21° · 8.0 h

In January, Eden is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in January
62February22° · Sea 22° · 7.2 h

In February, Eden is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in February
56March22° · Sea 22° · 6.7 h

In March, Eden is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 82 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in March
44April20° · Sea 21° · 6.1 h

In April, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in April
33May18° · Sea 19° · 5.8 h

In May, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in May
23June16° · Sea 17° · 5.1 h

In June, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in June
26July16° · Sea 16° · 5.8 h

In July, Eden is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in July
26August16° · Sea 16° · 6.0 h

In August, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 43 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in August
28September17° · Sea 16° · 7.2 h

In September, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in September
26October18° · Sea 17° · 7.6 h

In October, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in October
30November19° · Sea 18° · 7.7 h

In November, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in November
44December21° · Sea 20° · 8.1 h

In December, Eden is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 83 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Eden.

Eden in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate tableWarmest in February: 22°

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Eden

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°

CoolOctober: nights around 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.

The coolest nights are in July (9°), the warmest in February (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 18°Night 12°Sea 17°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan6122°17°21.1°8.0 h1076
FebruaryFeb6222°17°21.8°7.2 h1090
MarchMar5622°16°21.7°6.7 h1182
AprilApr4420°14°20.7°6.1 h965
MayMay3318°12°18.9°5.8 h647
JuneJun2316°10°17.3°5.1 h861
JulyJul2616°9°15.9°5.8 h645
AugustAug2616°9°15.6°6.0 h743
SeptemberSep2817°10°16.0°7.2 h852
OctoberOct2618°12°16.9°7.6 h1171
NovemberNov3019°13°18.2°7.7 h12107
DecemberDec4421°15°19.7°8.1 h1283

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

37.07° S, 149.90° E · 54 m · Australia/Sydney

Sea temperatureUp to 22° in February
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Eden

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October16.9°Ccold

8 in 10 years: 15.8 – 17.7 °C

Swimming season: Jan – Apr

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 16.9°8 in 10 years 15.8° – 17.7°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Eden ranges from 15.6 °C in August to 21.8 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to April.

From April to July 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 21.0 and 22.5 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan21.1°20.1°22.5°refreshing
FebruaryFeb21.8°21.0°22.5°refreshing
MarchMar21.7°20.8°22.4°refreshing
AprilApr20.7°19.9°21.7°refreshing
MayMay18.9°17.9°19.7°fresh
JuneJun17.3°16.0°18.3°fresh
JulyJul15.9°14.7°16.8°cold
AugustAug15.6°14.4°16.7°cold
SeptemberSep16.0°14.9°17.1°cold
OctoberOct16.9°15.8°17.7°cold
NovemberNov18.2°17.5°19.0°fresh
DecemberDec19.7°18.3°21.1°fresh
Sunshine2,470 hours a year
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Eden

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,470 hours
Sunniest month
Dec · 8.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Jun · 5.1 h a day
OctoberSunshine 7.6 hDaylight 13.0 hShare of daylight 58 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 7.6 of 13.0 hours of daylight in Eden, 58 % 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.

Rain820 mm a year, most in November
Rain

Rain in Eden: 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.

Per year
820 mm on 109 days
Wettest month
Nov · 107 mm
Driest month
Aug · 43 mm
OctoberRainy days 11Rainfall 71 mm

In October, Eden has about 11 rainy days with 71 mm of rain in total.

UV indexUp to 10 in December
Sun protection

UV index in Eden

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in December (UV 10).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 15 min
Fair skin
about 20 min
Light brown skin
about 30 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 & cloudsWindiest in October: 19 km/h
Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Eden

How breezy and how cloudy Eden 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.

Year average
18 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Oct · 19 km/h
Calmest month
Apr · 16 km/h
OctoberWind 19 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Eden typically peaks at 19 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.

Year average
53 % · variable cloud
Clearest month
Jul · 44 %
Cloudiest month
Nov · 61 %
OctoberCloud cover 54 %Sunshine 7.6 h

In October, cloud covers on average 54 % of the sky over Eden: variable cloud, with about 7.6 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 & humidity1 day of 30° or more a year
Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Eden

How often the day gets hot in Eden (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
1 day
Hottest month
Feb · 22 °C
Hot months
none

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 0Daytime high 18 °C

In October, Eden has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 18 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.

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 Eden

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Eden 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.

Eden has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 53) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 26).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    48

    Fair

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 21 °C
    • 6.3 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    31

    Poor

    • 18 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 5.7 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    26

    Poor

    • 16 °C by day
    • Sea 16 °C
    • 5.9 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • October half-term

    Oct

    26

    Poor

    • 18 °C by day
    • Sea 17 °C
    • 7.6 h of sun a day
    • 11 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    53

    FairBest holidays

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 20 °C
    • 8.1 h of sun a day
    • 11 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 21 h 15 min
Distance
17,190 km
Time zone
UTC+11
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.

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.

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Eden vs Bega

In October Bega has the better holiday weather (score 36 vs 26). During the day Bega is 2 °C warmer than Eden. Bega gets one hour less sunshine a day.

Eden vs Bega, in October
in OctoberEdenBega
Holiday weather score2636
Daytime high18°20°
Sea17°no sea nearby
Sunshine8 h7 h
Rainy days119
Best timeJan – FebAll year

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OctoberEden 18°Bega 20°
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Australia in October: the best places

In October, Eden ranks 30 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

  1. Temora24°92
  2. 2Cootamundra23°90
  3. 3Wangaratta22°90
  4. 4Albury22°89
  5. 5Young22°89
  6. 6Benalla22°89
  7. 7Yass21°88
  8. 8Gundagai23°88
  9. 30EdenThis page18°17°26
All destinations: Australia
Places nearby4 places within 97 km

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  2. 76 % similar74TaurangaNew Zealand18°16°Best time: Oct – May
  3. 74 % similar18KatikatiNew Zealand18°16°Best time: Jan – Feb
  4. 74 % similar20KerikeriNew Zealand18°16°Best time: Jan – Mar

Frequently asked questions about Eden

When is the best time to visit Eden?

The best time to visit Eden is from January to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Eden?

The sea temperature in Eden ranges from 15.6 °C in August to 21.8 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to April.

Can you swim in Eden in October?

Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 16.9 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from January to April.

What is the warmest month in Eden?

February is the warmest month, with average highs of 22 °C and nights around 17 °C. July is the coolest month at 16 °C.

When does it rain most in Eden?

The wettest month is November with 107 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 43 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Eden get?

Eden gets around 2,470 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 8.1 hours a day; in June there are 5.1 hours a day.

What time zone is Eden in?

Eden is on UTC+11 in January and UTC+10 in July.

How long is the flight from London to Eden?

A nonstop flight from London to Eden takes about 21 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 17,190 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.

Which school holidays are best for Eden?

Eden has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 53) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 26). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 48, May half-term 31, summer holidays 26, October half-term 26, Christmas holidays 53.