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Beach Weather Today in Airlie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 0.5mm of very light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 77%.

The winds will be side shore and very strong at 45kmh from the East-Southeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Airlie Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:37 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 81% 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 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.4mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.4mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.4mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 63%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 24° 23° 23°
84% 71% 61% 88% 82% 79% 81% 70%
0.3mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 24° 24° 24° 24° 24° 23°
67% 89% 70% 3% 9% 81% 80% 56%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23°
74% 80% 83% 70% 88% 70% 3% 71%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23°
59% 70% 44% 83% 29% 54% 67% 67%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23°
73% 74% 76% 79% 23% 80% 65% 66%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Mon 18th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 24° 24° 24° 23°
65% 70% 68% 70% 81% 64% 34% 24%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
25°
25°
25°
24°
Tue 19th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 24° 24° 24° 24°
60% 73% 66% 59% 39% 36% 24% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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24°
24°
25°
23°
24°
25°
25°
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
45
kmh
45
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
38
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
1.4m
1.6m
1.5m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s
Fri 15th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
39
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 1.0s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 1.0s
Mon 18th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 8.9s 8.1s 8.8s
Tue 19th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
8.8s 8.9s 9.0s 9.1s 9.2s 9.3s 7.9s 8.8s
Wed 13th May
2:02 PM 8:25 PM
0.54 3.37
Thu 14th May
2:20 AM 8:21 AM 2:37 PM 9:08 PM
0.96 3.36 0.40 3.65
Fri 15th May
3:11 AM 9:05 AM 3:14 PM 9:52 PM
0.89 3.25 0.31 3.88
Sat 16th May
4:03 AM 9:51 AM 3:53 PM 10:38 PM
0.85 3.09 0.29 4.04
Sun 17th May
4:58 AM 10:39 AM 4:36 PM 11:25 PM
0.84 2.91 0.32 4.11
Mon 18th May
5:54 AM 11:31 AM 5:21 PM
0.85 2.74 0.42
Tue 19th May
12:16 AM 6:55 AM 12:28 PM 6:13 PM
4.08 0.88 2.59 0.58
Wed 13th May
24°
0.5mm
37kmh SE
77%
Thu 14th May
24°
0.4mm
34kmh SE
56%
Fri 15th May
23°
0.5mm
35kmh SE
67%
Sat 16th May
23°
0.4mm
32kmh SE
59%
Sun 17th May
23°
0.4mm
28kmh SE
67%
Mon 18th May
24°
0.6mm
16kmh SE
59%
Tue 19th May
24°
0.3mm
16kmh ESE
52%
Wed 20th May
24°
0.2mm
18kmh SSE
51%
Thu 21st May
23°
0.3mm
40kmh SSE
75%
Fri 22nd May
23°
0.4mm
39kmh SSE
85%
Sat 23rd May
22°
0.4mm
41kmh SSE
61%
Sun 24th May
22°
0.2mm
34kmh SSE
56%
Mon 25th May
23°
0.1mm
27kmh SE
64%
Tue 26th May
22°
0.3mm
27kmh SSE
50%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Airlie Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 14 days of very light rain with an average of 0.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 63%.

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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