AI-generatedPort Macquarie at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Apr
- Warmest month
- Jan · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 25.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,500 h
- Rain a year
- 1,132 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+11 / UTC+10
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while July is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 2,500 hours of sunshine a year, Port Macquarie is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Port Macquarie
The best time to visit Port Macquarie is from October to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from October to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to November. The wettest month is March with 164 mm of precipitation.
Port Macquarie through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Port Macquarie in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 23–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Port Macquarie in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 40 rainy days in all
Port Macquarie in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 22–27 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Port Macquarie in winter
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Oct – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Nov
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 forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
06:1018:58
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 05:55–06:42 · evening 18:26–19:13
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:45–05:55 · evening 19:13–19:23
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 Macquarie compared with home
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In October, daytime highs rise from about 24° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea warms from 21° to 22°. The days get 0.9 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 13° |
| Sea | 21° | 22° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.3 h |
What is the weather like in Port Macquarie in October?
In October, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 48 min06:10 – 18:58
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 46 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+11offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %87 %
- Seaweight 25 %64 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %60 %
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
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Port Macquarie
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December has the better holiday weather in Port Macquarie: score 83 against 74. In December, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in December. December has 3 more rainy days.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 83better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 17° |
| Sea | 21.5° | 23.9° |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h | 7.8 h |
| Rainy days | 10better | 13 |
| Rainfall | 79 mmbetter | 93 mm |
| Muggy days | 2better | 15 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Port Macquarie month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
82January28° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h
In January, Port Macquarie is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 124 mm in total. On about 6 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 Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in January79February28° · Sea 26° · 6.8 h
In February, Port Macquarie is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 142 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in February75March27° · Sea 26° · 6.3 h
In March, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 164 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in March76April25° · Sea 25° · 6.3 h
In April, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in April60May22° · Sea 23° · 6.0 h
In May, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in May43June20° · Sea 22° · 5.6 h
In June, Port Macquarie is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in June38July19° · Sea 21° · 6.0 h
In July, Port Macquarie is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in July50August21° · Sea 20° · 6.7 h
In August, Port Macquarie is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 20.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in August66September23° · Sea 21° · 7.7 h
In September, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in September74October24° · Sea 22° · 7.8 h
In October, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in October79November26° · Sea 23° · 7.4 h
In November, Port Macquarie is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 105 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in November83December27° · Sea 24° · 7.8 h
In December, Port Macquarie is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 93 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Macquarie.
Port Macquarie in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Port Macquarie
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (6°), the warmest in January (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from November to March. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from July to August, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 86 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 | 82 | 28° | 19° | 25.2° | 7.8 h | 14 | 124 |
| FebruaryFeb | 79 | 28° | 19° | 25.9° | 6.8 h | 13 | 142 |
| MarchMar | 75 | 27° | 17° | 25.7° | 6.3 h | 16 | 164 |
| AprilApr | 76 | 25° | 14° | 24.7° | 6.3 h | 13 | 100 |
| MayMay | 60 | 22° | 10° | 23.2° | 6.0 h | 10 | 84 |
| JuneJun | 43 | 20° | 8° | 21.8° | 5.6 h | 9 | 83 |
| JulyJul | 38 | 19° | 6° | 20.6° | 6.0 h | 8 | 54 |
| AugustAug | 50 | 21° | 6° | 20.4° | 6.7 h | 7 | 49 |
| SeptemberSep | 66 | 23° | 9° | 20.7° | 7.7 h | 8 | 56 |
| OctoberOct | 74 | 24° | 12° | 21.5° | 7.8 h | 10 | 79 |
| NovemberNov | 79 | 26° | 15° | 22.6° | 7.4 h | 12 | 105 |
| DecemberDec | 83 | 27° | 17° | 23.9° | 7.8 h | 13 | 93 |
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
Sea temperature in Port Macquarie
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.9 – 22.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Port Macquarie ranges from 20.4 °C in August to 25.9 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. 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 24.9 and 26.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.2° | 24.4° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.9° | 24.9° | 26.8° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 25.7° | 25.0° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 24.7° | 24.1° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 23.2° | 22.3° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 21.8° | 20.7° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 20.6° | 19.8° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.4° | 19.6° | 21.3° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 20.7° | 19.6° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 21.5° | 20.9° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 22.6° | 22.0° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 23.9° | 23.0° | 24.9° | pleasant |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Port Macquarie
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 Port Macquarie, 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
Rain in Port Macquarie: 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 Macquarie has about 10 rainy days with 79 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Port Macquarie
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 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Port Macquarie
How breezy and how cloudy Port Macquarie 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 Macquarie 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: Oct – Nov.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 46 % of the sky over Port Macquarie: variable cloud, 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Port Macquarie
How often the day gets hot in Port Macquarie (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 Macquarie has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 24 °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 Port Macquarie
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Port Macquarie 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 Macquarie has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 83) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 46).
- 76
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
- 57
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 46
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 74
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 83
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 50 min
- Distance
- 16,900 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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Port Macquarie vs Kempsey
In October Kempsey has the better holiday weather (score 90 vs 74). During the day Kempsey is 1 °C warmer than Port Macquarie.
| in October | Port Macquarie | Kempsey |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 90 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 25° |
| Sea | 22° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 9 |
| Best time | Oct – Apr | May – Dec |
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- 29Port MacquarieThis page24°22°74
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Frequently asked questions about Port Macquarie
When is the best time to visit Port Macquarie?
The best time to visit Port Macquarie 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 Port Macquarie?
The sea temperature in Port Macquarie ranges from 20.4 °C in August to 25.9 °C in February. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Port Macquarie in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Port Macquarie?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 19 °C. July is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Port Macquarie?
The wettest month is March with 164 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 49 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Port Macquarie get?
Port Macquarie gets around 2,500 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.8 hours a day; in June there are 5.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Port Macquarie in?
Port Macquarie is on UTC+11 in January and UTC+10 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Port Macquarie?
A nonstop flight from London to Port Macquarie takes about 20 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,900 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Port Macquarie?
Port Macquarie has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 83) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 46). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 76, May half-term 57, summer holidays 46, October half-term 74, Christmas holidays 83.