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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 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 13.0mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 89%.

The winds will be on shore and strong at 39kmh from the North. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Airlie Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:27 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 68% 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 27° 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 15.7mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 13.0mm of rain and Sunday will have 18.4mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 79%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 7th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 27°
100% 100% 81% 85% 100% 96% 68% 82%
3.5mm 1.7mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 1.3mm 1.5mm 1.6mm 2.2mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Sun 8th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 28° 28°
67% 90% 87% 84% 58% 58% 70% 51%
1.7mm 2.2mm 10.5mm 1.9mm 1.1mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.2mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Mon 9th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 28° 28° 28° 28° 29° 28° 27°
86% 51% 78% 57% 52% 55% 99% 92%
0.2mm 1.6mm 0.7mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 1.3mm 0.9mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Tue 10th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 27° 27°
78% 90% 97% 96% 96% 57% 49% 50%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.5mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Wed 11th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 27° 27°
44% 34% 76% 62% 82% 62% 76% 85%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
29°
29°
Thu 12th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
86% 93% 94% 97% 95% 94% 98% 97%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.6mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.3mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Fri 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 27°
98% 98% 99% 93% 96% 100% 94% 78%
0.4mm 0.5mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.7mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Sat 7th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
1.5m
1.6m
10.0s 10.0s 10.0s 10.0s 10.0s 10.0s 10.0s 10.0s
Sun 8th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
35
kmh
40
kmh
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
7.3s 7.4s 7.4s 7.5s 7.4s 7.3s 7.3s 4.8s
Mon 9th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
49
kmh
45
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
30
kmh
9
kmh
32
kmh
1.7m
1.7m
1.7m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
7.2s 6.5s 8.1s 8.2s 6.4s 6.5s 7.1s 6.6s
Tue 10th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
29
kmh
29
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
6.5s 6.3s 6.1s 6.0s 5.8s 5.6s 5.7s 8.2s
Wed 11th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
1.0m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
0.9m
1.2m
8.5s 9.1s 9.1s 9.1s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 8.9s
Thu 12th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
33
kmh
34
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.5m
1.5m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s
Fri 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s
Sat 7th March
12:46 AM 6:41 AM 12:35 PM 6:50 PM
3.14 1.35 2.91 1.06
Sun 8th March
1:27 AM 7:32 AM 1:06 PM 7:21 PM
3.03 1.61 2.58 1.24
Mon 9th March
2:22 AM 8:57 AM 1:51 PM 8:06 PM
2.91 1.81 2.26 1.43
Tue 10th March
3:47 AM 11:30 AM 3:46 PM 9:31 PM
2.82 1.80 2.03 1.59
Wed 11th March
5:32 AM 12:59 PM 6:14 PM 11:24 PM
2.88 1.59 2.09 1.57
Thu 12th March
6:42 AM 1:41 PM 7:12 PM
3.06 1.38 2.28
Fri 13th March
12:34 AM 7:27 AM 2:12 PM 7:47 PM
1.41 3.27 1.21 2.48
Sat 7th March
28°
13.0mm
38kmh N
89%
Sun 8th March
28°
18.4mm
36kmh NW
70%
Mon 9th March
29°
5.5mm
34kmh WNW
71%
Tue 10th March
27°
1.1mm
33kmh SE
76%
Wed 11th March
28°
0.3mm
28kmh ESE
65%
Thu 12th March
27°
3.8mm
34kmh ESE
94%
Fri 13th March
27°
3.0mm
24kmh E
94%
Sat 14th March
27°
0.1mm
30kmh ESE
78%
Sun 15th March
27°
0.8mm
34kmh SE
71%
Mon 16th March
27°
4.7mm
33kmh ESE
75%
Tue 17th March
27°
9.4mm
41kmh ESE
94%
Wed 18th March
27°
3.7mm
41kmh ESE
91%
Thu 19th March
27°
2.1mm
42kmh ESE
90%
Fri 20th March
27°
0.2mm
30kmh SE
66%

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 28° 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 4.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 80%.

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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