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Beach Weather Today in Airlie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 26° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 1.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 67%.

The winds will be side shore and strong at 39kmh from the East-Southeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Airlie Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:42 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 69% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Airlie Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 26° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.2mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.3mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 52%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
52% 63% 64% 81% 52% 78% 69% 79%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.6mm 0.3mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
67% 66% 79% 55% 56% 45% 31% 83%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
59% 74% 42% 59% 30% 27% 61% 60%
0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
60% 54% 65% 61% 79% 43% 59% 43%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 27° 27° 28° 28° 27°
66% 62% 63% 63% 37% 22% 24% 45%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 28°
57% 69% 80% 51% 18% 11% 9% 39%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 28°
62% 58% 72% 85% 34% 5% 8% 56%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
32
kmh
39
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
1.2m
1.4m
1.5m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.4m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 6.9s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s 11.2s
Wed 17th December
3:46 PM 9:09 PM
1.13 2.56
Thu 18th December
3:02 AM 9:55 AM 4:25 PM 9:43 PM
0.63 3.65 1.13 2.47
Fri 19th December
3:30 AM 10:26 AM 5:00 PM 10:15 PM
0.66 3.65 1.15 2.41
Sat 20th December
3:58 AM 10:56 AM 5:34 PM 10:47 PM
0.68 3.63 1.19 2.36
Sun 21st December
4:28 AM 11:27 AM 6:06 PM 11:20 PM
0.70 3.60 1.24 2.34
Mon 22nd December
5:00 AM 11:59 AM 6:40 PM 11:56 PM
0.73 3.56 1.27 2.32
Tue 23rd December
5:35 AM 12:34 PM 7:18 PM
0.79 3.51 1.27
Wed 17th December
27°
1.2mm
29kmh ESE
67%
Thu 18th December
27°
0.4mm
31kmh ESE
60%
Fri 19th December
27°
0.3mm
23kmh ESE
51%
Sat 20th December
27°
0.2mm
17kmh ESE
58%
Sun 21st December
28°
0.3mm
13kmh ESE
47%
Mon 22nd December
28°
0.8mm
14kmh NNE
41%
Tue 23rd December
28°
0.9mm
17kmh ESE
47%
Wed 24th December
28°
4.3mm
9kmh ENE
42%
Thu 25th December
26°
3.5mm
8kmh SE
74%
Fri 26th December
28°
0.6mm
10kmh E
63%
Sat 27th December
27°
3.2mm
31kmh SSE
78%
Sun 28th December
26°
6.3mm
11kmh S
70%
Mon 29th December
27°
8.9mm
6kmh SE
69%
Tue 30th December
27°
9.6mm
32kmh SE
86%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 27° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 14 days of light rain with an average of 2.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 61%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Airlie Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Airlie Beach, Whitsunday, Queensland, Australia

A holiday at Airlie Beach in the Whitsunday region of Queensland, Australia, promises an unforgettable experience. This stunning beach destination is nestled in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and serves as a gateway to the 74 Whitsunday Islands. With its idyllic setting, pristine waters, and a plethora of activities on offer, Airlie Beach is the perfect place for relaxation and adventure.

Beach Type

Airlie Beach boasts gorgeous white sand that contrasts beautifully with the crystal-clear turquoise waters. The beach is not only visually appealing but also provides a comfortable surface for sunbathing and enjoying leisurely strolls. The nearby islands and reefs are home to diverse marine life, making it an excellent location for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.

Beach Activities

Airlie Beach offers a wide range of activities that cater to different interests and preferences:

  1. Swimming: Being a popular swimming destination, Airlie Beach features a man-made lagoon where visitors can take a dip in calm waters.
  2. Snorkeling and Scuba Diving: With easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach presents an incredible opportunity to explore the underwater world teeming with colorful fish, coral formations, and other marine life.
  3. Sailing: Visitors can charter sailboats or join sailing tours to explore the Whitsunday Islands or enjoy sunset cruises.
  4. Water Sports: Adventure seekers can indulge in thrilling water sports like jet skiing, kayaking, windsurfing, or stand-up paddleboarding.
  5. Whale Watching: Between June and September, visitors have the chance to spot migrating humpback whales during guided boat tours.

Accommodations

There are numerous accommodation options available at Airlie Beach ranging from budget-friendly hostels to luxurious resorts. Some popular choices include:

  1. Coral Sea Resort & Casino
  2. Peppers Airlie Beach
  3. Airlie Beach Hotel
  4. Mirage Whitsundays
  5. Heart Hotel & Gallery

Areas to Stay In

Airlie Beach offers several areas to stay in, depending on your preferences and budget:

  1. Airlie Beach Town Centre: Ideal for those who want to be near restaurants, shops, and nightlife options.
  2. Cannonvale: A quieter residential area with beautiful beaches, parks, and walking trails.
  3. Jubilee Pocket: A more secluded and peaceful location, just a short drive from the town center.

Beach Amenities

Airlie Beach provides several amenities for visitors to enjoy their beach holiday comfortably:

  1. Public restrooms and showers
  2. Picnic tables and barbecue facilities
  3. Children's playgrounds
  4. Shaded areas with palm trees
  5. Designated parking spaces

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