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Annual Average Weather for Lord Howe Islands, Australia

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 20.7°C (69.2°F) which is warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 21.6°C (70.9°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. Annually there are on average 13.2 days of rain per month and 3.9 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Lord Howe Islands?

The best months to visit Lord Howe Islands are January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The weather is warm enough for sunbathing in the months from December to April when the maximum temperature reaches above 22°C (72°F)

The sea is best for swimming between December and April when the sea temperature is above the average 22°C (71°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Can you sunbathe in Lord Howe Islands year round?

No, you can't sunbathe in Lord Howe Islands all year round. Some months are too cold for sunbathing, however you might enjoy other beach activities such as taking a walk, going hiking along trails or just enjoying the scenery.

The weather is warm enough for sunbathing in the months from December to April when the maximum temperature reaches above 22°C (72°F)

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Lord Howe Islands year round?

Yes, you can swim in Lord Howe Islands all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Lord Howe Islands are found in January when they peak at 25°C (76°F) and lowest in July when they dip to 19°C (66°F).

The sea temperature is above average for swimming between December and April when the sea temperature is above 22°C (71°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

For very comfortable swimming conditions try swimming in the months from December to April when the sea temperature is above 22°C (72°F)

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Lord Howe Islands?

The hottest month in Lord Howe Islands is February when the average maximum temperature is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days 24°C (75°F), average temperature is 23°C (73°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (72°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Lord Howe Islands?

The coolest month in Lord Howe Islands is August when the average maximum temperature is 18°C (64°F), average temperature is 17°C (62°F) and average minimum temperature is 16°C (61°F).

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When is the sunniest month in Lord Howe Islands?

The sunniest days in Lord Howe Islands are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In January the sunshine percentage is 38% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the least sunny month in Lord Howe Islands?

May has the least sunshine. In May the sunshine percentage is 24% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the driest month in Lord Howe Islands?

The driest month in Lord Howe Islands is September with 9.5cm (3.7inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 11.6 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Lord Howe Islands?

The wettest month in Lord Howe Islands is March with 17.3cm (6.8inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 14.9 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Lord Howe Islands?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Lord Howe Islands are found in July when they dip to 19°C (66°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Lord Howe Islands?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Lord Howe Islands are found in January when they peak at 25°C (76°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

Annual Temperature for Lord Howe Islands

The hottest month in Lord Howe Islands is February when the average maximum temperature is 24°C (75°F), average temperature is 23°C (73°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (72°F).

The coolest month in Lord Howe Islands is August when the average maximum temperature is 18°C (18°F), average temperature is 17°C (62°F) and average minimum temperature is 16°C (61°F).

Annual Sunshine for Lord Howe Islands

The longest days in Lord Howe Islands are in December, with an average of 14.2 hours of daylight per day. June has the shortest days with an average of 10.1 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Lord Howe Islands are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 38% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 4.7 hours of sunshine per day.

May has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 24% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in January when it reaches 14.1 and lowest in June when it reaches 3.1.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Lord Howe Islands

The warmest sea water temperatures in Lord Howe Islands are found in January when they peak at 25°C (76°F) and lowest in July when they dip to 19°C (66°F).

The sea is best for swimming between December and April when the temperature is above 22°C (71°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Annual Rainfall for Lord Howe Islands

The wettest month in Lord Howe Islands is March with 17.3cm (6.8inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 14.9 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Lord Howe Islands is September with 9.5cm (3.7inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 11.6 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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