Beach Weather in Airlie Beach, Whitsunday, Australia

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Beach Weather Today in Airlie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 28° 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 2.0mm of light rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 84%.

The winds will be side shore and very strong at 50kmh 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 06:50 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 76% 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 28° 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 rain with an average of 19.9mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 30.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 9.6mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 85%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 27° 26° 27° 27° 26° 26°
100% 100% 64% 88% 77% 86% 76% 82%
0.5mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.2mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 26° 26° 26°
72% 53% 88% 50% 87% 80% 68% 82%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.8mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 26° 26° 26° 26° 26°
70% 100% 100% 95% 98% 100% 100% 100%
0.5mm 1.5mm 4.2mm 0.8mm 1.1mm 6.1mm 12.1mm 3.8mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
76% 70% 59% 79% 88% 100% 71% 61%
0.5mm 1.3mm 1.0mm 1.4mm 1.1mm 2.5mm 1.0mm 0.8mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 28°
100% 100% 97% 75% 73% 52% 18% 16%
1.5mm 0.6mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 28° 27°
76% 84% 80% 79% 58% 49% 64% 69%
0.3mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.8mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
76% 77% 67% 68% 90% 83% 84% 96%
1.1mm 0.9mm 1.2mm 1.2mm 0.7mm 0.3mm 0.6mm 0.9mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
48
kmh
46
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
44
kmh
44
kmh
47
kmh
50
kmh
1.7m
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
46
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
49
kmh
48
kmh
48
kmh
1.7m
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
1.7m
1.7m
1.6m
1.8m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
54
kmh
53
kmh
55
kmh
59
kmh
70
kmh
60
kmh
52
kmh
1.8m
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
1.9m
2.0m
2.0m
2.3m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
50
kmh
41
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
23
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
1.4m
2.0m
2.0m
1.3m
1.2m
1.3m
1.0m
1.0m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.8m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 9.2s 9.3s 9.8s 9.9s 9.8s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
20
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
9.7s 9.4s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 8.8s 8.6s 8.3s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
39
kmh
42
kmh
45
kmh
45
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
8.2s 8.2s 8.2s 8.2s 8.2s 8.2s 8.2s 8.1s
Thu 8th January
2:26 PM 9:14 PM
3.35 0.99
Fri 9th January
3:20 AM 8:53 AM 3:19 PM 10:12 PM
2.59 1.42 3.05 1.02
Sat 10th January
4:40 AM 10:22 AM 4:25 PM 11:11 PM
2.67 1.62 2.79 1.00
Sun 11th January
5:58 AM 11:59 AM 5:37 PM
2.86 1.63 2.62
Mon 12th January
12:06 AM 7:00 AM 1:18 PM 6:43 PM
0.96 3.09 1.51 2.55
Tue 13th January
12:54 AM 7:48 AM 2:14 PM 7:37 PM
0.90 3.32 1.35 2.52
Wed 14th January
1:36 AM 8:29 AM 2:59 PM 8:22 PM
0.85 3.49 1.22 2.52
Thu 8th January
27°
2.0mm
43kmh ESE
84%
Fri 9th January
27°
1.6mm
45kmh ESE
72%
Sat 10th January
26°
30.1mm
57kmh ESE
95%
Sun 11th January
27°
9.6mm
32kmh ENE
75%
Mon 12th January
28°
2.9mm
20kmh NNE
66%
Tue 13th January
28°
2.3mm
21kmh SE
69%
Wed 14th January
27°
6.9mm
40kmh SSE
80%
Thu 15th January
27°
2.0mm
47kmh SSE
44%
Fri 16th January
27°
0.2mm
43kmh SSE
67%
Sat 17th January
27°
0.1mm
42kmh SE
70%
Sun 18th January
26°
0.8mm
57kmh SE
88%
Mon 19th January
27°
0.6mm
49kmh SSE
80%
Tue 20th January
27°
0.2mm
43kmh S
81%
Wed 21st January
28°
1.4mm
30kmh NW
63%

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 4.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 74%.

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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