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Ulverstone weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Ulverstone at a glance

Best time
Jan – Feb
Warmest month
Feb · 22°
Warmest sea
Feb · 18.6°
Sunshine a year
2,760 h
Rain a year
776 mm
Climate
Maritime
Time zone
UTC+11 / UTC+10
Elevation
18 m

Climate in Ulverstone

Ulverstone has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 22 °C, while July is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year, Ulverstone is sunny; December is the sunniest month with 9.8 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Ulverstone

The best time to visit Ulverstone is from January to February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 18.6 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. The wettest month is August with 84 mm of precipitation.

Ulverstone through the seasons

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

Ulverstone in spring

Sep – Nov

28

Poor

  • 14–18 °C by day
  • Sea 13 °C
  • 8.1 h of sun a day
  • 30 rainy days in all

Ulverstone in summer

Dec – Feb

51

Fair

  • 20–22 °C by day
  • Sea 17 °C
  • 9.6 h of sun a day
  • 22 rainy days in all

Ulverstone in autumn

Mar – May

33

Poor

  • 16–21 °C by day
  • Sea 17 °C
  • 7.2 h of sun a day
  • 23 rainy days in all

Ulverstone in winter

Jun – Aug

18

Poor

  • 13–14 °C by day
  • Sea 13 °C
  • 5.4 h of sun a day
  • 33 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

No month

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Oct – May

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Find your perfect month

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

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: January – February

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

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

30

Holiday weather in October

Poor

Best time to visit: January – February

Good forSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 10°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 16°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 16°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 13°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 10°

06:2719:34

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 06:10–07:04 · evening 18:58–19:52
Blue hour
Morning 05:59–06:10 · evening 19:52–20:03

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 Ulverstone compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs rise from about 15° at the start of the month to 17° at the end. The sea warms from 13° to 14°. The days get 1.3 h longer.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high15°17°
Night-time low7°8°
Sea13°14°
Daylight12.5 h13.8 h

What is the weather like in Ulverstone in October?

In October, Ulverstone is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

More details for October

Daylight
13 h 7 min06:27 – 19:34
UV index
7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
57 %on averageAll months
Hot days
0 days30 °C or more
Time zone
UTC+11offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
  • Seaweight 25 %0 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %92 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %57 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.

What to pack in October

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • A jumper for the evenings
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in Ulverstone

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 Ulverstone: score 58 against 30. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C warmer in February. February has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.

October vs February, Ulverstone
MonthOctoberFebruary
Holiday weather score3058better
Daytime high16°22°
Night-time low8°13°
Sea13.0°18.6°
Sunshine8.5 h9.3 hbetter
Rainy days107better
Rainfall72 mm45 mmbetter

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Ulverstone month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

54January22° · Sea 18° · 9.6 h

In January, Ulverstone is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Ulverstone – and yet one of the best months here.

Ulverstone in January
58February22° · Sea 19° · 9.3 h

In February, Ulverstone is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Ulverstone – and yet one of the best months here.

Ulverstone in February
47March21° · Sea 18° · 8.4 h

In March, Ulverstone is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in March
29April18° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h

In April, Ulverstone is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in April
24May16° · Sea 16° · 5.9 h

In May, Ulverstone is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 64 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in May
19June14° · Sea 14° · 4.9 h

In June, Ulverstone is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in June
16July13° · Sea 13° · 5.1 h

In July, Ulverstone is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in July
19August13° · Sea 12° · 6.1 h

In August, Ulverstone is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in August
22September14° · Sea 12° · 6.8 h

In September, Ulverstone is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 82 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in September
30October16° · Sea 13° · 8.5 h

In October, Ulverstone is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in October
33November18° · Sea 15° · 8.9 h

In November, Ulverstone is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in November
40December20° · Sea 16° · 9.8 h

In December, Ulverstone is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Ulverstone.

Ulverstone in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

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

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Ulverstone

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°

CoolOctober: nights around 8°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.

The coolest nights are in July (5°), the warmest in February (13°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from May to September, so the room should be heated.

Temperatures through the year

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

OctoberDay 16°Night 8°Sea 13°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan5422°13°17.7°9.6 h758
FebruaryFeb5822°13°18.6°9.3 h745
MarchMar4721°11°18.4°8.4 h753
AprilApr2918°9°17.0°7.3 h853
MayMay2416°7°15.5°5.9 h864
JuneJun1914°5°14.0°4.9 h971
JulyJul1613°5°12.7°5.1 h1281
AugustAug1913°5°12.0°6.1 h1284
SeptemberSep2214°6°12.2°6.8 h1282
OctoberOct3016°8°13.0°8.5 h1072
NovemberNov3318°9°14.5°8.9 h961
DecemberDec4020°11°16.0°9.8 h853

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
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Ulverstone

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

Sea in October13.0°Ccold

8 in 10 years: 12.3 – 13.5 °C

Swimming season: Always below 20 °C

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 13.0°8 in 10 years 12.3° – 13.5°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Ulverstone ranges from 12.0 °C in August to 18.6 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.

In 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 17.6 and 19.7 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan17.7°16.8°18.8°fresh
FebruaryFeb18.6°17.6°19.7°fresh
MarchMar18.4°17.2°19.4°fresh
AprilApr17.0°16.0°18.0°fresh
MayMay15.5°14.6°16.5°cold
JuneJun14.0°13.3°14.7°cold
JulyJul12.7°12.2°13.2°cold
AugustAug12.0°11.5°12.5°cold
SeptemberSep12.2°11.6°12.6°cold
OctoberOct13.0°12.3°13.5°cold
NovemberNov14.5°13.6°15.5°cold
DecemberDec16.0°15.0°17.2°cold
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Ulverstone

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

Per year
2,760 hours
Sunniest month
Dec · 9.8 h a day
Least sunshine
Jun · 4.9 h a day
OctoberSunshine 8.5 hDaylight 13.1 hShare of daylight 65 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 8.5 of 13.1 hours of daylight in Ulverstone, 65 % 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

Rain in Ulverstone: 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
776 mm on 108 days
Wettest month
Aug · 84 mm
Driest month
Feb · 45 mm
OctoberRainy days 10Rainfall 72 mm

In October, Ulverstone has about 10 rainy days with 72 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Ulverstone

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

Clear-sky UV in October
7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in December (UV 10).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 20 min
Fair skin
about 25 min
Light brown skin
about 35 min
Olive skin
about 45 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 & clouds

Wind and clouds in Ulverstone

How breezy and how cloudy Ulverstone 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
17 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Sep · 19 km/h
Calmest month
Apr · 15 km/h
OctoberWind 18 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Ulverstone typically peaks at 18 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
55 % · variable cloud
Clearest month
Jan · 52 %
Cloudiest month
Nov · 59 %
OctoberCloud cover 57 %Sunshine 8.5 h

In October, cloud covers on average 57 % of the sky over Ulverstone: variable cloud, with about 8.5 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.

Planning a trip to Ulverstone

Weather for your travel dates

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

Ulverstone 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.

Ulverstone has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 47) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 18).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    34

    Poor

    • 19 °C by day
    • Sea 17 °C
    • 7.6 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    23

    Poor

    • 15 °C by day
    • Sea 15 °C
    • 5.7 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    18

    Poor

    • 13 °C by day
    • Sea 12 °C
    • 5.8 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month
  • October half-term

    Oct

    30

    Poor

    • 16 °C by day
    • Sea 13 °C
    • 8.5 h of sun a day
    • 10 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    47

    FairBest holidays

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 17 °C
    • 9.7 h of sun a day
    • 8 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
17,240 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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Ulverstone vs Devonport

In October the holiday weather in Ulverstone and Devonport is about equally good (score 30 vs 30). During the day it is about as warm in Devonport as in Ulverstone. The sea is about equally warm.

Ulverstone vs Devonport, in October
in OctoberUlverstoneDevonport
Holiday weather score3030
Daytime high16°16°
Sea13°13°
Sunshine9 h9 h
Rainy days1010
Best timeJan – FebJan – Feb

Through the year

OctoberUlverstone 16°Devonport 16°
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Australia in October: the best places

In October, Ulverstone ranks 22 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

  1. Bendigo21°91
  2. 2Benalla22°89
  3. 3Maryborough21°88
  4. 4Castlemaine20°87
  5. 5Launceston19°84
  6. 6Ararat19°84
  7. 7Bairnsdale20°82
  8. 8Hobart18°13°81
  9. 22UlverstoneThis page16°13°30
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Frequently asked questions about Ulverstone

When is the best time to visit Ulverstone?

The best time to visit Ulverstone 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 Ulverstone?

The sea temperature in Ulverstone ranges from 12.0 °C in August to 18.6 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.

Can you swim in Ulverstone in October?

Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 13.0 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.

What is the warmest month in Ulverstone?

February is the warmest month, with average highs of 22 °C and nights around 13 °C. July is the coolest month at 13 °C.

When does it rain most in Ulverstone?

The wettest month is August with 84 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 45 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Ulverstone get?

Ulverstone gets around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 9.8 hours a day; in June there are 4.9 hours a day.

What time zone is Ulverstone in?

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

How long is the flight from London to Ulverstone?

A nonstop flight from London to Ulverstone takes about 21 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 17,240 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.

Which school holidays are best for Ulverstone?

Ulverstone has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 47) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 18). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 34, May half-term 23, summer holidays 18, October half-term 30, Christmas holidays 47.