AI-generatedHervey Bay at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jan · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 27.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,960 h
- Rain a year
- 839 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Hervey Bay
Hervey Bay has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while July is the coolest at 22 °C. With around 2,960 hours of sunshine a year, Hervey Bay is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 9.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Hervey Bay
The best time to visit Hervey Bay is from March to May and from September to November. In 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 from September to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to November. The rainy season is from December to February; the wettest month is February with 125 mm.
Hervey Bay through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Hervey Bay in spring
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 25–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Hervey Bay in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Hervey Bay in autumn
Mar – May
Excellent
- 25–29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Hervey Bay in winter
Jun – Aug
Good
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Sep – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Feb
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: March – May, September – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
05:1517:54
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 05:01–05:46 · evening 17:23–18:08
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:52–05:01 · 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 Hervey Bay compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 26° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea warms from 22° to 24°. The days get 0.7 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 19° |
| Sea | 22° | 24° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 13.0 h |
What is the weather like in Hervey Bay in October?
In October, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 39 min05:15 – 17:54
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 41 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %87 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %97 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %76 %
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
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October and November bring similar holiday weather to Hervey Bay (score 91 and 94). In November, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in November. November has one more rainy day. The sun shines an hour longer a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 91 | 94 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 20° |
| Sea | 23.1° | 24.8° |
| Sunshine | 8.8 h | 9.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7better | 8 |
| Rainfall | 69 mm | 65 mm |
| Muggy days | 9better | 13 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Hervey Bay month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
89January30° · Sea 27° · 8.8 h
In January, Hervey Bay is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 12 days, totalling 110 mm. On about 13 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 Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in January86February30° · Sea 27° · 7.8 h
In February, Hervey Bay is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 11 days, totalling 125 mm. On about 11 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 Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in February85March29° · Sea 27° · 7.7 h
In March, Hervey Bay is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 93 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in March90April27° · Sea 25° · 7.5 h
In April, Hervey Bay is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in April83May25° · Sea 23° · 7.1 h
In May, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 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 Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in May64June23° · Sea 21° · 6.6 h
In June, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in June61July22° · Sea 19° · 7.3 h
In July, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 33 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in July71August23° · Sea 20° · 8.5 h
In August, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 39 mm in total. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in August88September25° · Sea 21° · 8.9 h
In September, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 30 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in September91October26° · Sea 23° · 8.8 h
In October, Hervey Bay is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in October94November28° · Sea 25° · 9.4 h
In November, Hervey Bay is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in November90December29° · Sea 26° · 8.8 h
In December, Hervey Bay is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 10 days, totalling 105 mm. 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 Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Hervey Bay
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 18°. 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 (12°), the warmest in February (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from November to March; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from April to May and from September to October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 135 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 | 89 | 30° | 23° | 27.1° | 8.8 h | 12 | 110 |
| FebruaryFeb | 86 | 30° | 23° | 27.4° | 7.8 h | 11 | 125 |
| MarchMar | 85 | 29° | 21° | 26.7° | 7.7 h | 12 | 93 |
| AprilApr | 90 | 27° | 19° | 25.2° | 7.5 h | 8 | 59 |
| MayMay | 83 | 25° | 16° | 23.0° | 7.1 h | 8 | 60 |
| JuneJun | 64 | 23° | 13° | 20.8° | 6.6 h | 6 | 52 |
| JulyJul | 61 | 22° | 12° | 19.4° | 7.3 h | 5 | 33 |
| AugustAug | 71 | 23° | 12° | 19.5° | 8.5 h | 4 | 39 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 25° | 15° | 21.1° | 8.9 h | 5 | 30 |
| OctoberOct | 91 | 26° | 18° | 23.1° | 8.8 h | 7 | 69 |
| NovemberNov | 94 | 28° | 20° | 24.8° | 9.4 h | 8 | 65 |
| DecemberDec | 90 | 29° | 21° | 26.3° | 8.8 h | 10 | 105 |
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 Hervey Bay
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.5 – 23.9 °C
Swimming season: Sep – Jun
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Hervey Bay ranges from 19.4 °C in July to 27.4 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from September to June.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 26.5 and 28.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.1° | 26.1° | 28.2° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.4° | 26.5° | 28.5° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.7° | 25.9° | 27.4° | warm |
| AprilApr | 25.2° | 24.7° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 23.0° | 22.4° | 23.8° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 20.8° | 20.0° | 21.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 19.4° | 18.4° | 20.5° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 19.5° | 18.7° | 20.3° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 21.1° | 20.5° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 23.1° | 22.5° | 23.9° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 24.8° | 24.0° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 26.3° | 25.2° | 27.2° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Hervey Bay
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 8.8 of 12.6 hours of daylight in Hervey Bay, 70 % 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 Hervey Bay: 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, Hervey Bay has about 7 rainy days with 69 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Hervey Bay
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 Hervey Bay
How breezy and how cloudy Hervey Bay 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 Hervey Bay 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 41 % of the sky over Hervey Bay: mostly sunny, with about 8.8 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 Hervey Bay
How often the day gets hot in Hervey Bay (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, Hervey Bay has about 1 hot day, 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 Hervey Bay
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Hervey Bay 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.
Hervey Bay has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 91) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 68).
- 89
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 79
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 68
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 90
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 10 min
- Distance
- 16,330 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
Hervey Bay 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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Hervey Bay vs Maryborough
In October Maryborough has the better holiday weather (score 96 vs 91). During the day Maryborough is 2 °C warmer than Hervey Bay.
| in October | Hervey Bay | Maryborough |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 91 | 96 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 28° |
| Sea | 23° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Mar – May, Sep – Nov | May – Oct |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Hervey Bay
When is the best time to visit Hervey Bay?
The best time to visit Hervey Bay is from March to May and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Hervey Bay?
The sea temperature in Hervey Bay ranges from 19.4 °C in July to 27.4 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from September to June.
Can you swim in Hervey Bay in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Hervey Bay?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 23 °C. July is the coolest month at 22 °C.
When does it rain most in Hervey Bay?
The rainy season is from December to February; the wettest month is February with 125 mm. The driest month is September with 30 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Hervey Bay get?
Hervey Bay gets around 2,960 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 9.4 hours a day; in June there are 6.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Hervey Bay in?
Hervey Bay is on UTC+10 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Hervey Bay?
A nonstop flight from London to Hervey Bay takes about 20 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,330 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Hervey Bay?
Hervey Bay 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 Hervey Bay?
Hervey Bay has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 91) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 68). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 89, May half-term 79, summer holidays 68, October half-term 91, Christmas holidays 90.