Beach Weather in Airlie Beach, Whitsunday, Australia

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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 28° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 11.6mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 81%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 21kmh from the North-Northeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Airlie Beach faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 06:40 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 60% 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 26° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.6mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.8mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.3mm of rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 43%.

AIRLIE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 25° 26° 26° 26° 27° 27° 27°
96% 90% 100% 85% 65% 68% 60% 88%
4.0mm 0.5mm 1.3mm 3.0mm 1.6mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.1mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sat 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 26° 27° 27° 28° 27° 27°
15% 18% 71% 28% 72% 70% 76% 49%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.7mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sun 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 27° 27°
87% 27% 60% 52% 7% 7% 12% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Mon 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 27°
54% 65% 66% 78% 3% 77% 70% 84%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Tue 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28°
79% 74% 78% 22% 85% 82% 35% 50%
1.4mm 1.6mm 1.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
28°
28°
Wed 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 28° 27°
71% 46% 35% 65% 76% 82% 83% 74%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.6mm 1.2mm 0.9mm 0.3mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 28° 28° 27° 26° 26°
76% 64% 68% 77% 74% 71% 63% 55%
0.6mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.6mm 1.6mm 1.0mm 0.7mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Fri 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
14
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
0.4m
0.7m
0.8m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.4m
6.4s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s 4.1s 4.1s 4.2s 4.3s
Sat 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
22
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.6m
0.4m
4.4s 4.7s 5.0s 4.9s 4.9s 4.7s 8.5s 4.7s
Sun 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.4s 7.4s 7.3s 7.6s 7.6s
Mon 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
22
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.3m
0.9m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.8s 8.8s 8.8s 8.8s 8.8s
Tue 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
0.7m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
8.5s 8.5s 5.1s 3.5s 9.1s 9.1s 5.8s 5.8s
Wed 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
8.4s 9.3s 5.3s 5.5s 5.0s 7.5s 6.1s 4.6s
Thu 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
22
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.8m
1.0m
7.7s 5.2s 3.3s 3.5s 4.2s 7.7s 9.2s 9.1s
Fri 13th December
2:26 AM 9:05 AM 3:24 PM 9:07 PM
0.20 3.80 0.70 2.90
Sat 14th December
3:09 AM 9:52 AM 4:17 PM 9:54 PM
0.20 3.90 0.70 2.70
Sun 15th December
3:51 AM 10:38 AM 5:08 PM 10:40 PM
0.20 3.90 0.70 2.60
Mon 16th December
4:33 AM 11:23 AM 5:59 PM 11:27 PM
0.30 3.90 0.80 2.40
Tue 17th December
5:16 AM 12:09 PM 6:51 PM
0.50 3.80 0.90
Wed 18th December
12:16 AM 6:01 AM 12:55 PM 7:45 PM
2.30 0.70 3.60 1.00
Thu 19th December
1:10 AM 6:50 AM 1:44 PM 8:43 PM
2.20 0.90 3.40 1.10
Fri 13th December
27°
11.6mm
13kmh NNW
81%
Sat 14th December
28°
0.8mm
15kmh SE
49%
Sun 15th December
28°
0.3mm
23kmh SSE
37%
Mon 16th December
28°
0.2mm
14kmh SE
62%
Tue 17th December
28°
4.5mm
6kmh NNE
63%
Wed 18th December
28°
3.6mm
9kmh SE
66%
Thu 19th December
28°
5.5mm
14kmh E
68%
Fri 20th December
25°
23.1mm
33kmh ESE
90%
Sat 21st December
27°
4.0mm
41kmh SE
98%
Sun 22nd December
27°
2.8mm
39kmh SE
81%
Mon 23rd December
27°
0.5mm
37kmh SE
64%
Tue 24th December
27°
0.0mm
33kmh SE
41%
Wed 25th December
27°
0.0mm
31kmh SE
49%
Thu 26th December
27°
0.0mm
28kmh ESE
41%

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 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 11 days of moderate rain with an average of 5.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 64%.

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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