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28°
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28°
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27°
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27°
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Beach Weather Today in Airlie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 0.3mm of very light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 71%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 22kmh from the East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Airlie Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:46 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 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.3mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 55%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 21° 22° 21° 22° 22° 22°
80% 55% 57% 52% 79% 89% 76% 86%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
44% 47% 36% 28% 45% 46% 37% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 19° 17° 17° 18° 19° 19°
38% 32% 45% 21% 15% 6% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Tue 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 17° 18° 17° 18° 18° 19°
0% 0% 0% 41% 21% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Wed 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19°
0% 0% 0% 0% 4% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Thu 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 20°
1% 1% 0% 51% 27% 1% 2% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Fri 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 20°
8% 52% 27% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 8.1s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s
Sun 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.4m
1.4m
1.2m
8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.1s 8.3s 8.3s
Mon 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
44
kmh
50
kmh
47
kmh
45
kmh
42
kmh
41
kmh
37
kmh
1.4m
1.6m
1.9m
1.8m
1.6m
1.8m
1.7m
1.6m
8.1s 8.0s 8.0s 8.3s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s
Tue 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
39
kmh
38
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
1.4m
1.4m
8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s 8.1s
Wed 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.1m
8.1s 8.1s 7.2s 7.2s 5.3s 6.8s 7.5s 11.8s
Thu 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
25
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
29
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
9.7s 7.5s 7.3s 6.9s 10.5s 12.2s 12.1s 12.1s
Fri 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
0.8m
11.9s 8.3s 6.7s 6.8s 6.9s 7.0s 7.0s 9.9s
Sat 27th July
2:46 AM 9:20 AM 3:38 PM 9:43 PM
3.10 0.60 2.80 1.00
Sun 28th July
3:50 AM 10:24 AM 5:02 PM 11:16 PM
2.80 0.60 2.90 1.10
Mon 29th July
5:07 AM 11:34 AM 6:28 PM
2.60 0.60 3.10
Tue 30th July
12:52 AM 6:31 AM 12:42 PM 7:37 PM
1.00 2.50 0.50 3.30
Wed 31st July
2:06 AM 7:43 AM 1:41 PM 8:32 PM
0.90 2.40 0.40 3.60
Thu 1st August
3:03 AM 8:39 AM 2:31 PM 9:18 PM
0.80 2.50 0.40 3.70
Fri 2nd August
3:50 AM 9:26 AM 3:16 PM 10:00 PM
0.70 2.50 0.30 3.80
Sat 27th July
22°
0.3mm
18kmh SE
71%
Sun 28th July
21°
0.0mm
24kmh SSE
39%
Mon 29th July
19°
0.0mm
42kmh SE
19%
Tue 30th July
18°
0.0mm
36kmh SSE
7%
Wed 31st July
18°
0.0mm
31kmh SSE
0%
Thu 1st August
19°
0.0mm
26kmh SSE
11%
Fri 2nd August
19°
0.0mm
24kmh SSE
11%
Sat 3rd August
19°
0.0mm
26kmh SE
0%
Sun 4th August
20°
0.0mm
23kmh SSE
24%
Mon 5th August
20°
0.0mm
12kmh SE
24%
Tue 6th August
20°
0.0mm
17kmh SE
24%
Wed 7th August
21°
0.9mm
31kmh SE
64%
Thu 8th August
21°
1.1mm
21kmh ESE
75%
Fri 9th August
22°
0.4mm
10kmh SE
61%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Airlie Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 31%.

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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