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Coffs Harbour, New South Wales Weather History

New South Wales, Australia · 45 yrs data
📍 -30.3022°S, 153.1190°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
December
Avg 23.7°C
Min 17.0°C
Max 30.5°C
Coldest Month
❄️
July
Avg 15.2°C
Min 9.6°C
Max 20.8°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
February
202 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
September
50 mm
Most Humid
💧
March
78%
Least Humid
🌬️
September
70%
Highest Ever
🌡️
35.6°C
February 2017
Lowest Ever
🧊
7.5°C
June 1986

Coffs Harbour Climate Overview

Coffs Harbour has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in December and drop to their lowest in July, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially in spring, creating warm and humid conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌧️30.4°C19.0°C24.7°C77%1673.46.74
February🌧️29.6°C19.1°C24.3°C78%2023.36.05
March🌧️28.2°C17.9°C23.0°C78%2003.25.04
April25.7°C15.2°C20.5°C76%1393.14.10
May23.2°C12.4°C17.8°C75%1193.13.15
June21.2°C10.0°C15.6°C75%1033.32.75
July☀️20.8°C9.6°C15.2°C73%623.33.05
August☀️22.3°C9.7°C16.0°C70%543.24.02
September☀️25.4°C11.7°C18.5°C70%503.35.16
October27.7°C13.3°C20.5°C71%933.55.95
November29.0°C15.1°C22.0°C74%1333.56.44
December30.5°C17.0°C23.7°C75%1373.46.79

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Coffs Harbour Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Coffs Harbour

July is Coffs Harbour's coldest month, with average lows reaching 9.6°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 9.8°C21.4°C

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Coffs Harbour

Summer temperatures in Coffs Harbour peak in December, climbing to 30.5°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 18.4°C30.1°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour sees its highest rainfall in February, receiving approximately 202 mm of precipitation.
🌧️January to March (avg) · up to 202 mm

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Coffs Harbour Monthly Temperature Guide

December is the hottest month in Coffs Harbour, with average highs reaching 30.5°C, while July is the coldest with lows dropping to 9.6°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in December, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour receives its highest rainfall in February, while humidity peaks in spring.
🌧️ Wettest: February 202 mm☀️ Driest: September 50 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 78% in March · annual avg 75%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:20.2°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1458 mm
Avg Humidity:75%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Coffs Harbour's recorded history was 2002 (avg: 21.5°C), while the coldest was 1984 (avg: 19.0°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Coffs Harbour's temperature has remained relatively stable over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Coffs Harbour's temperatures has remained relatively stable over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 35.6°C in February 2017, while the lowest dropped to 7.5°C in June 1986.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Coffs Harbour shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
15.0°C20.6°C26.2°C153276%3.3 m/s
2024
15.6°C21.1°C26.6°C156777%3.1 m/s
2023
14.7°C21.0°C27.2°C97972%3.1 m/s
2022
14.3°C19.5°C24.6°C205078%3.3 m/s
2021
14.2°C19.6°C25.1°C185177%3.3 m/s
2020
14.6°C20.6°C26.7°C186476%3.3 m/s
2019
14.5°C21.2°C27.9°C55970%3.2 m/s
2018
15.0°C20.9°C26.8°C113273%3.3 m/s
2017
14.7°C20.7°C26.7°C158175%3.2 m/s
2016
14.8°C21.1°C27.3°C81371%3.2 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Coffs Harbour?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), December is typically the hottest month in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, with average high temperatures around 30.5°C.

What is the coldest month in Coffs Harbour?

July is the coldest month in Coffs Harbour, with average low temperatures around 9.6°C.

What is the rainiest month in Coffs Harbour?

February receives the most rainfall with approximately 202 mm, while September is the driest with 50 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Coffs Harbour?

The highest recorded temperature was 35.6°C in February 2017. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Coffs Harbour?

The lowest recorded temperature was 7.5°C in June 1986.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Coffs Harbour get?

Coffs Harbour receives the most sunlight in December with an average solar radiation of 6.79 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in New South Wales.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45