AI-generatedYamba at a glance
- Best time
- Sep – Apr
- Warmest month
- Jan · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 25.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,060 h
- Rain a year
- 1,092 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+11 / UTC+10
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Yamba
Yamba 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 20 °C. With around 3,060 hours of sunshine a year, Yamba is very sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Yamba
The best time to visit Yamba is from September to April. In January, February and 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 October to December. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to December. The wettest month is February with 143 mm of precipitation.
Yamba through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Yamba in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Yamba in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Yamba in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 23–27 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Yamba in winter
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 20–22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Oct – Dec
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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: September – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
06:1018:55
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 05:55–06:41 · evening 18:23–19:10
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:45–05:55 · evening 19:10–19:19
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 Yamba compared with home
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Early or late October?
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 0.8 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 17° |
| Sea | 21° | 22° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 13.2 h |
What is the weather like in Yamba in October?
In October, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 45 min06:10 – 18:55
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 44 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+11offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %93 %
- Seaweight 25 %59 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %64 %
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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Yamba
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
December has the better holiday weather in Yamba: score 88 against 80. In December, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in December. December has 3 more rainy days.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 80 | 88better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.1° | 23.7° |
| Sunshine | 9.2 h | 9.1 h |
| Rainy days | 9better | 12 |
| Rainfall | 77 mmbetter | 103 mm |
| Muggy days | 2better | 17 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Yamba month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
87January28° · Sea 25° · 9.4 h
In January, Yamba is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 126 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, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in January85February28° · Sea 26° · 8.4 h
In February, Yamba is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 143 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, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in February80March27° · Sea 26° · 7.8 h
In March, Yamba is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 139 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in March83April25° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h
In April, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in April68May23° · Sea 23° · 7.2 h
In May, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in May50June21° · Sea 22° · 6.8 h
In June, Yamba is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in June51July20° · Sea 20° · 7.8 h
In July, Yamba is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in July60August22° · Sea 20° · 8.6 h
In August, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 56 mm. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in August73September24° · Sea 20° · 9.1 h
In September, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in September80October25° · Sea 21° · 9.2 h
In October, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in October83November26° · Sea 22° · 9.3 h
In November, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Yamba.
Yamba in November88December27° · Sea 24° · 9.1 h
In December, Yamba is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 103 mm in total. On about 5 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 Yamba.
Yamba 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 Yamba
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 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (10°), the warmest in January (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from December to March; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 97 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 | 87 | 28° | 21° | 25.0° | 9.4 h | 13 | 126 |
| FebruaryFeb | 85 | 28° | 21° | 25.7° | 8.4 h | 13 | 143 |
| MarchMar | 80 | 27° | 20° | 25.6° | 7.8 h | 15 | 139 |
| AprilApr | 83 | 25° | 17° | 24.6° | 7.8 h | 13 | 85 |
| MayMay | 68 | 23° | 14° | 23.1° | 7.2 h | 10 | 91 |
| JuneJun | 50 | 21° | 12° | 21.5° | 6.8 h | 9 | 90 |
| JulyJul | 51 | 20° | 10° | 20.3° | 7.8 h | 7 | 47 |
| AugustAug | 60 | 22° | 11° | 19.8° | 8.6 h | 7 | 56 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 24° | 14° | 20.1° | 9.1 h | 7 | 46 |
| OctoberOct | 80 | 25° | 16° | 21.1° | 9.2 h | 9 | 77 |
| NovemberNov | 83 | 26° | 18° | 22.3° | 9.3 h | 11 | 89 |
| DecemberDec | 88 | 27° | 20° | 23.7° | 9.1 h | 12 | 103 |
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 Yamba
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.4 – 21.8 °C
Swimming season: all year except Aug
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Yamba ranges from 19.8 °C in August to 25.7 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) all year round except in August.
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 25.1 and 26.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.0° | 24.3° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.7° | 25.1° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 25.6° | 24.9° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 24.6° | 24.2° | 25.1° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 23.1° | 22.4° | 23.7° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 21.5° | 20.9° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 20.3° | 19.7° | 20.9° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 19.8° | 19.5° | 20.3° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 20.1° | 19.4° | 20.9° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 21.1° | 20.4° | 21.8° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 22.3° | 21.6° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 23.7° | 22.7° | 24.5° | pleasant |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Yamba
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 9.2 of 12.8 hours of daylight in Yamba, 72 % 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 Yamba: 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, Yamba has about 9 rainy days with 77 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Yamba
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · 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 15 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 Yamba
How breezy and how cloudy Yamba 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 Yamba typically peaks at 21 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 – Feb.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 44 % of the sky over Yamba: mostly sunny, with about 9.2 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 Yamba
How often the day gets hot in Yamba (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, Yamba has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °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 Yamba
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Yamba 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.
Yamba has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 88) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 57).
- 82
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 64
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 57
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 88
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 40 min
- Distance
- 16,750 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.
Storm season
Yamba 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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Yamba vs Grafton
In October Grafton has the better holiday weather (score 93 vs 80). During the day Grafton is 2 °C warmer than Yamba.
| in October | Yamba | Grafton |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 80 | 93 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 27° |
| Sea | 21° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Sep – Apr | Apr – Oct |
Through the year
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In October, Yamba ranks 26 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 5Sunshine Coast26°23°89
- 6Tenterfield23°88
- 7Gold Coast (Surfers Paradise)26°23°88
- 8Inverell25°88
- 26YambaThis page25°21°80
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Frequently asked questions about Yamba
When is the best time to visit Yamba?
The best time to visit Yamba is from September to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Yamba?
The sea temperature in Yamba ranges from 19.8 °C in August to 25.7 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) all year round except in August.
Can you swim in Yamba in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Yamba?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 21 °C. July is the coolest month at 20 °C.
When does it rain most in Yamba?
The wettest month is February with 143 mm of precipitation. The driest month is September with 46 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Yamba get?
Yamba gets around 3,060 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.4 hours a day; in June there are 6.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Yamba in?
Yamba is on UTC+11 in January and UTC+10 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Yamba?
A nonstop flight from London to Yamba takes about 20 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,750 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Yamba?
Yamba 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 Yamba?
Yamba has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 88) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 57). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 82, May half-term 64, summer holidays 57, October half-term 80, Christmas holidays 88.