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Beach Weather Today in Airlie Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 21° 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 some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 59%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 18kmh from the East-Southeast. 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 05:41 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.4mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 67%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21°
20% 71% 77% 88% 87% 22% 19% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
85% 88% 13% 9% 5% 6% 7% 10%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 21°
81% 77% 86% 83% 19% 81% 8% 87%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20°
83% 79% 88% 57% 81% 63% 74% 89%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.2mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20°
85% 62% 83% 77% 52% 17% 26% 65%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20°
83% 77% 82% 83% 83% 85% 86% 39%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sun 19th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20° 21°
54% 41% 61% 75% 68% 81% 31% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
18
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
11.8s 3.2s 3.5s 3.7s 4.0s 4.4s 10.6s 10.4s
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
10.3s 10.3s 10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 5.5s 5.6s 5.6s
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
35
kmh
41
kmh
44
kmh
40
kmh
37
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.3m
1.5m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
10.3s 10.3s 6.0s 6.0s 5.9s 5.9s 5.9s 5.9s
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
41
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
48
kmh
49
kmh
47
kmh
47
kmh
1.4m
1.7m
1.6m
1.5m
1.4m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
7.0s 7.2s 7.2s 8.8s 8.8s 8.8s 8.8s 8.0s
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
44
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
44
kmh
43
kmh
43
kmh
44
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 7.9s 7.7s
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
48
kmh
49
kmh
48
kmh
47
kmh
43
kmh
43
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
7.3s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s
Sun 19th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
43
kmh
42
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
1.2m
1.4m
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
7.2s 5.7s 6.0s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 14.2s 17.8s
Mon 13th July
4:07 AM 9:42 AM 3:33 PM 10:22 PM
0.77 3.05 0.22 4.40
Tue 14th July
4:47 AM 10:19 AM 4:05 PM 10:58 PM
0.85 2.89 0.38 4.23
Wed 15th July
5:26 AM 10:56 AM 4:36 PM 11:32 PM
0.97 2.72 0.60 3.97
Thu 16th July
6:06 AM 11:33 AM 5:06 PM
1.11 2.56 0.88
Fri 17th July
12:06 AM 6:47 AM 12:14 PM 5:39 PM
3.64 1.26 2.41 1.18
Sat 18th July
12:42 AM 7:37 AM 1:10 PM 6:20 PM
3.30 1.40 2.28 1.49
Sun 19th July
1:27 AM 8:44 AM 2:43 PM 7:34 PM
2.98 1.48 2.22 1.79
Mon 13th July
21°
0.3mm
10kmh SE
59%
Tue 14th July
21°
0.1mm
15kmh ESE
27%
Wed 15th July
21°
0.4mm
40kmh SSE
65%
Thu 16th July
20°
0.9mm
47kmh SE
76%
Fri 17th July
20°
0.7mm
42kmh SSE
58%
Sat 18th July
20°
0.4mm
41kmh SSE
77%
Sun 19th July
21°
0.0mm
40kmh SSE
57%
Mon 20th July
20°
0.7mm
38kmh SSE
53%
Tue 21st July
21°
0.6mm
26kmh SE
71%
Wed 22nd July
21°
0.3mm
25kmh SE
62%
Thu 23rd July
21°
0.8mm
21kmh ESE
63%
Fri 24th July
21°
0.8mm
11kmh SE
64%
Sat 25th July
22°
0.1mm
6kmh E
44%
Sun 26th July
22°
0.0mm
25kmh NNW
14%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Airlie Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 12 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 56%.

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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