Beach Weather in Airlie Beach, Whitsunday, Australia

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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 25° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 4.1mm of light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 67%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 23kmh from the East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Airlie Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:33 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 57% 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 1.0mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 57%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 3rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 26°
58% 71% 83% 62% 75% 71% 57% 61%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.9mm 1.6mm 1.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Wed 4th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 27° 26° 27° 27° 27°
69% 76% 64% 54% 73% 75% 48% 41%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 1.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Thu 5th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 26° 26° 26°
60% 60% 71% 54% 64% 82% 78% 73%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Fri 6th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 27° 27° 26°
80% 75% 71% 36% 89% 17% 58% 66%
0.5mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Sat 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 26°
74% 66% 74% 77% 73% 74% 63% 55%
0.2mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Sun 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 26° 26°
50% 67% 59% 78% 34% 4% 23% 46%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Mon 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 27°
44% 38% 55% 35% 21% 34% 64% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Tue 3rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
20
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.1s 7.9s 7.9s 7.9s 7.9s 7.9s 7.9s 7.9s
Wed 4th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
7.9s 7.9s 8.6s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s
Thu 5th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s
Fri 6th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s
Sat 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s
Sun 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
9.0s 9.0s 7.2s 6.4s 6.5s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s
Mon 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
9.0s 10.2s 10.2s 9.4s 8.8s 8.7s 8.7s 8.7s
Tue 3rd December
4:40 AM 11:46 AM 6:25 PM 11:33 PM
0.60 3.40 1.10 2.10
Wed 4th December
5:21 AM 12:30 PM 7:16 PM
0.60 3.40 1.10
Thu 5th December
12:30 AM 6:13 AM 1:20 PM 8:13 PM
2.10 0.70 3.40 1.00
Fri 6th December
1:37 AM 7:18 AM 2:18 PM 9:14 PM
2.10 0.80 3.30 0.90
Sat 7th December
2:51 AM 8:33 AM 3:20 PM 10:15 PM
2.10 0.90 3.30 0.80
Sun 8th December
4:08 AM 9:51 AM 4:24 PM 11:13 PM
2.30 1.00 3.20 0.60
Mon 9th December
5:23 AM 11:09 AM 5:29 PM
2.60 0.90 3.20
Tue 3rd December
27°
4.1mm
18kmh ENE
67%
Wed 4th December
27°
1.6mm
16kmh E
62%
Thu 5th December
27°
0.9mm
25kmh ESE
67%
Fri 6th December
27°
1.1mm
29kmh ESE
61%
Sat 7th December
27°
1.0mm
28kmh ESE
69%
Sun 8th December
27°
0.0mm
21kmh SE
45%
Mon 9th December
27°
0.0mm
21kmh SE
45%
Tue 10th December
27°
0.6mm
17kmh ESE
63%
Wed 11th December
27°
1.2mm
18kmh ESE
63%
Thu 12th December
27°
1.4mm
25kmh ESE
46%
Fri 13th December
27°
0.5mm
26kmh ESE
63%
Sat 14th December
27°
1.3mm
27kmh ESE
64%
Sun 15th December
27°
0.3mm
27kmh ESE
58%
Mon 16th December
27°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
48%

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 26° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 11 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 59%.

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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