AI-generatedMoruya at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jan · 24°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 22.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,480 h
- Rain a year
- 848 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+11 / UTC+10
- Elevation
- 4 m
Climate in Moruya
Moruya has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 24 °C, while July is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,480 hours of sunshine a year, Moruya is sunny; September is the sunniest month with 7.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Moruya
The best time to visit Moruya is from January to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to March. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to October. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is February with 99 mm.
Moruya through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Moruya in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 20–22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Moruya in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 23–24 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Moruya in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 20–24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Moruya in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: January – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 20°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
06:1719:13
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 06:01–06:51 · evening 18:39–19:29
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:51–06:01 · evening 19:29–19:40
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 Moruya compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 20° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea warms from 17° to 18°. The days get 1.1 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 20° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 13° |
| Sea | 17° | 18° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.5 h |
What is the weather like in Moruya in October?
In October, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Moruya.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 56 min06:17 – 19:13
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 54 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+11offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %30 %
- Seaweight 25 %9 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %52 %
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 Moruya
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Moruya: score 71 against 37. In February, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in February. The sun shines an hour less a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 37 | 71better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 17° |
| Sea | 17.6° | 22.4° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 hbetter | 6.4 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 |
| Rainfall | 79 mmbetter | 99 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 8 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Moruya month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
70January24° · Sea 22° · 6.9 h
In January, Moruya is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in January71February24° · Sea 22° · 6.4 h
In February, Moruya is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in February65March24° · Sea 22° · 6.4 h
In March, Moruya is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in March58April22° · Sea 21° · 6.7 h
In April, Moruya is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in April43May20° · Sea 20° · 6.7 h
In May, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in May30June17° · Sea 18° · 5.6 h
In June, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in June30July17° · Sea 17° · 6.6 h
In July, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 43 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in July32August18° · Sea 16° · 7.5 h
In August, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in August34September20° · Sea 17° · 7.6 h
In September, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in September37October21° · Sea 18° · 7.3 h
In October, Moruya is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in October43November22° · Sea 19° · 6.9 h
In November, Moruya is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in November56December23° · Sea 20° · 6.8 h
In December, Moruya is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Moruya.
Moruya in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in January: 24°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Moruya
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 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (7°), the warmest in January (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March. Nights fall below 8 °C on average in July, 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 | 70 | 24° | 17° | 21.7° | 6.9 h | 11 | 84 |
| FebruaryFeb | 71 | 24° | 17° | 22.4° | 6.4 h | 11 | 99 |
| MarchMar | 65 | 24° | 16° | 22.2° | 6.4 h | 12 | 90 |
| AprilApr | 58 | 22° | 13° | 21.4° | 6.7 h | 8 | 59 |
| MayMay | 43 | 20° | 10° | 19.8° | 6.7 h | 6 | 49 |
| JuneJun | 30 | 17° | 8° | 18.2° | 5.6 h | 6 | 55 |
| JulyJul | 30 | 17° | 7° | 16.7° | 6.6 h | 5 | 43 |
| AugustAug | 32 | 18° | 8° | 16.4° | 7.5 h | 6 | 61 |
| SeptemberSep | 34 | 20° | 10° | 16.8° | 7.6 h | 7 | 50 |
| OctoberOct | 37 | 21° | 12° | 17.6° | 7.3 h | 11 | 79 |
| NovemberNov | 43 | 22° | 14° | 18.9° | 6.9 h | 12 | 96 |
| DecemberDec | 56 | 23° | 16° | 20.4° | 6.8 h | 12 | 84 |
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
35.91° S, 150.08° E · 4 m · Australia/Sydney
Sea temperatureUp to 22° in February
Sea temperature in Moruya
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.7 – 18.5 °C
Swimming season: Dec – Apr
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Moruya ranges from 16.4 °C in August to 22.4 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to April.
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 21.5 and 23.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21.7° | 20.6° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.4° | 21.5° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.2° | 21.3° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 21.4° | 20.5° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 19.8° | 18.7° | 20.6° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 18.2° | 17.2° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 16.7° | 15.3° | 17.5° | cold |
| AugustAug | 16.4° | 15.4° | 17.5° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 16.8° | 15.5° | 18.1° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 17.6° | 16.7° | 18.5° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 18.9° | 18.2° | 19.7° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 20.4° | 19.2° | 21.4° | refreshing |
Sunshine2,480 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Moruya
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 7.3 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Moruya, 57 % 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.
Rain848 mm a year, most in February
Rain in Moruya: 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, Moruya has about 11 rainy days with 79 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 10 in December
UV index in Moruya
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: 16 km/h
Wind and clouds in Moruya
How breezy and how cloudy Moruya 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 Moruya 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 54 % of the sky over Moruya: variable cloud, with about 7.3 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 & humidity11 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Moruya
How often the day gets hot in Moruya (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, Moruya has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 21 °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 Moruya
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Moruya 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.
Moruya has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 63) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 31).
- 60
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 40
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 31
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 37
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 63
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 21 h 5 min
- Distance
- 17,110 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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Moruya vs Batemans Bay
In October the holiday weather in Moruya and Batemans Bay is about equally good (score 37 vs 39). During the day it is about as warm in Batemans Bay as in Moruya. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Moruya | Batemans Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 37 | 39 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 18° | 18° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Jan – Mar |
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- 27MoruyaThis page21°18°37
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Frequently asked questions about Moruya
When is the best time to visit Moruya?
The best time to visit Moruya is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Moruya?
The sea temperature in Moruya ranges from 16.4 °C in August to 22.4 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to April.
Can you swim in Moruya in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 17.6 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from December to April.
What is the warmest month in Moruya?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 24 °C and nights around 17 °C. July is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Moruya?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is February with 99 mm. The driest month is July with 43 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Moruya get?
Moruya gets around 2,480 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is September with 7.6 hours a day; in June there are 5.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Moruya in?
Moruya is on UTC+11 in January and UTC+10 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Moruya?
A nonstop flight from London to Moruya takes about 21 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 17,110 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Moruya?
Moruya has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 63) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 31). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 60, May half-term 40, summer holidays 31, October half-term 37, Christmas holidays 63.