AI-generatedPort Augusta at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Apr
- Warmest month
- Jan · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 23.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,780 h
- Rain a year
- 243 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30 / UTC+9:30
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Port Augusta
Port Augusta has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. January is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while July is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 2,780 hours of sunshine a year, Port Augusta is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 10.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Port Augusta
The best time to visit Port Augusta is from November to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from December to March. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to October. From January to February it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is November with 26 mm of precipitation.
Port Augusta through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Port Augusta in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 24–30 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Port Augusta in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Port Augusta in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 22–31 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Port Augusta in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 18–20 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Dec – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jan – Feb
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: March – April, November
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: November – April
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 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 26°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:3919:30
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 06:24–07:12 · evening 18:57–19:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:14–06:24 · evening 19:45–19:55
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 Port Augusta 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 28° at the end. The sea warms from 16° to 19°. The days get 0.9 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 13° |
| Sea | 16° | 19° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.3 h |
What is the weather like in Port Augusta in October?
In October, Port Augusta is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 50 min06:39 – 19:30
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 9 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %9 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %90 %
- 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
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Port Augusta
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
March has the better holiday weather in Port Augusta: score 93 against 75. In March, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in March. March has 2 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 27° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 16° |
| Sea | 17.6° | 22.6° |
| Sunshine | 8.4 h | 8.5 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 23 mm | 13 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Port Augusta month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
82January34° · Sea 23° · 10.5 h
In January, Port Augusta is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in January86February33° · Sea 23° · 9.7 h
In February, Port Augusta is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in February93March31° · Sea 23° · 8.5 h
In March, Port Augusta is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in March80April27° · Sea 20° · 7.1 h
In April, Port Augusta is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in April48May22° · Sea 18° · 5.7 h
In May, Port Augusta is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in May25June18° · Sea 15° · 4.8 h
In June, Port Augusta is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in June27July18° · Sea 13° · 5.0 h
In July, Port Augusta is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 18 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in July30August20° · Sea 13° · 5.3 h
In August, Port Augusta is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in August62September24° · Sea 15° · 7.3 h
In September, Port Augusta is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in September75October27° · Sea 18° · 8.4 h
In October, Port Augusta is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in October84November30° · Sea 20° · 8.9 h
In November, Port Augusta is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in November87December32° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In December, Port Augusta is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 24 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Augusta.
Port Augusta in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Port Augusta
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 (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March. 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 | 82 | 34° | 19° | 23.3° | 10.5 h | 2 | 19 |
| FebruaryFeb | 86 | 33° | 18° | 23.4° | 9.7 h | 1 | 21 |
| MarchMar | 93 | 31° | 16° | 22.6° | 8.5 h | 2 | 13 |
| AprilApr | 80 | 27° | 13° | 20.3° | 7.1 h | 2 | 19 |
| MayMay | 48 | 22° | 9° | 17.5° | 5.7 h | 3 | 16 |
| JuneJun | 25 | 18° | 7° | 14.9° | 4.8 h | 4 | 21 |
| JulyJul | 27 | 18° | 6° | 13.2° | 5.0 h | 4 | 18 |
| AugustAug | 30 | 20° | 6° | 13.4° | 5.3 h | 5 | 20 |
| SeptemberSep | 62 | 24° | 9° | 15.2° | 7.3 h | 4 | 24 |
| OctoberOct | 75 | 27° | 11° | 17.6° | 8.4 h | 4 | 23 |
| NovemberNov | 84 | 30° | 14° | 19.8° | 8.9 h | 4 | 26 |
| DecemberDec | 87 | 32° | 16° | 21.7° | 10.1 h | 3 | 24 |
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 Port Augusta
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.8 – 18.4 °C
Swimming season: Dec – Apr
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Port Augusta ranges from 13.2 °C in July to 23.4 °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. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 22.5 and 24.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.3° | 22.0° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 23.4° | 22.5° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 22.6° | 21.8° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 20.3° | 19.4° | 21.0° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 17.5° | 16.7° | 18.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 14.9° | 14.1° | 15.5° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.2° | 12.7° | 13.7° | cold |
| AugustAug | 13.4° | 12.9° | 14.1° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 15.2° | 14.5° | 16.0° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 17.6° | 16.8° | 18.4° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 19.8° | 18.8° | 20.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 21.7° | 20.9° | 22.6° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Port Augusta
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 8.4 of 12.8 hours of daylight in Port Augusta, 66 % 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 Port Augusta: 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, Port Augusta has about 4 rainy days with 23 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Port Augusta
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 Port Augusta
How breezy and how cloudy Port Augusta 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 Port Augusta typically peaks at 20 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: Sep – Jan.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 38 % of the sky over Port Augusta: mostly sunny, with about 8.4 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 Port Augusta
How often the day gets hot in Port Augusta (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, Port Augusta has about 9 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °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 Port Augusta
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Port Augusta 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.
Port Augusta has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 85) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 29).
- 84
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
- 43
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 29
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 75
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 85
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 19 h 50 min
- Distance
- 16,050 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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Port Augusta vs Whyalla
In October the holiday weather in Port Augusta and Whyalla is about equally good (score 75 vs 75). During the day Whyalla is 1 °C cooler than Port Augusta. The sea in Whyalla is 1 °C cooler. Whyalla gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Port Augusta | Whyalla |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 75 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 26° |
| Sea | 18° | 17° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | Nov – Apr | Nov – Apr |
Through the year
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- 21Port AugustaThis page27°18°75
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Frequently asked questions about Port Augusta
When is the best time to visit Port Augusta?
The best time to visit Port Augusta is from November to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Port Augusta?
The sea temperature in Port Augusta ranges from 13.2 °C in July to 23.4 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to April.
Can you swim in Port Augusta 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 Port Augusta?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 19 °C. July is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Port Augusta?
The wettest month is November with 26 mm of precipitation. The driest month is March with 13 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Port Augusta get?
Port Augusta gets around 2,780 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 10.5 hours a day; in June there are 4.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Port Augusta in?
Port Augusta is on UTC+10:30 in January and UTC+9:30 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Port Augusta?
A nonstop flight from London to Port Augusta takes about 19 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,050 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Port Augusta?
Port Augusta has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 85) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 29). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 84, May half-term 43, summer holidays 29, October half-term 75, Christmas holidays 85.