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Best time to visit Byron Bay: month by month
Short answer
March to May and September to November are the best months, with highs of about 21–26°C, warm sea and fewer crowds. June to August is mild (about 19–20°C by day) and the best whale-watching season. December to February is hot, humid, wet (16–20 rain days a month) and very busy.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26°C | 21°C | 19 | very high |
| Feb | 26°C | 21°C | 16 | medium |
| Mar | 26°C | 20°C | 21 | medium |
| Apr | 24°C | 17°C | 17 | high |
| May | 21°C | 15°C | 15 | medium |
| Jun | 20°C | 12°C | 9 | medium |
| Jul | 19°C | 12°C | 9 | high |
| Aug | 20°C | 12°C | 9 | medium |
| Sep | 22°C | 14°C | 9 | medium |
| Oct | 24°C | 17°C | 12 | high |
| Nov | 24°C | 18°C | 14 | medium |
| Dec | 26°C | 20°C | 20 | very high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Autumn (Mar–May)
Highs fall from about 26°C in March to 21°C in May, with 15–21 rain days early in the season; warm sea and Bluesfest at Easter.
Winter (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 19–20°C and lows of 12°C, with about 9 rain days a month; the driest season and peak humpback whale migration.
Spring (Sep–Nov)
Highs rise from about 22°C in September to 24°C in November, with 9–14 rain days; whales heading south with calves until November.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
Average highs of about 26°C and lows of 20–21°C, with 16–20 rain days and storms; school holidays and the busiest season.
Events worth planning around
- Bluesfest — Easter (March or April)
- Humpback whale migration — about late May to November
- Byron Writers Festival — usually August
When to avoid
Avoid late December to January school holidays and festival weeks if you want lower prices and quieter beaches. Summer also brings humidity and storms.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Byron Bay?
March to May or September to November, with highs of about 21–26°C and fewer crowds.
When is whale season in Byron Bay?
About late May to November, with northbound whales in June–July and southbound mothers and calves from September.
Is Byron Bay good in winter?
Yes. Highs are about 19–20°C, it is the driest season and whales pass close to the cape.