Atherton has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.
Temperatures peak in November and drop to their lowest in July, while rainfall is highest during winter months.
Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially in spring, creating warm and humid conditions.
| Month | 🌤️ | High | Low | Avg | Humid % | Rain (mm) | Wind (m/s) | Solar (kWh/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 🌧️ | 32.4°C | 18.6°C | 25.5°C | 84% | 341 | 1.1 | 6.02 |
| February | 🌧️ | 30.2°C | 18.6°C | 24.4°C | 88% | 386 | 1.0 | 5.60 |
| March | 🌧️ | 28.8°C | 17.7°C | 23.2°C | 89% | 353 | 1.1 | 5.23 |
| April | 🌧️ | 27.1°C | 15.7°C | 21.4°C | 89% | 222 | 1.2 | 4.68 |
| May | ☔ | 25.5°C | 12.3°C | 18.9°C | 88% | 138 | 1.1 | 4.02 |
| June | ☀️ | 24.6°C | 8.9°C | 16.8°C | 86% | 71 | 1.1 | 3.78 |
| July | ☀️ | 24.5°C | 8.0°C | 16.2°C | 84% | 64 | 1.1 | 4.04 |
| August | ☀️ | 26.8°C | 8.8°C | 17.8°C | 81% | 49 | 1.1 | 4.85 |
| September | ☀️ | 30.3°C | 12.4°C | 21.4°C | 76% | 42 | 1.2 | 5.95 |
| October | 🌞 | 33.3°C | 14.6°C | 23.9°C | 73% | 59 | 1.2 | 6.63 |
| November | ☔ | 34.6°C | 16.5°C | 25.6°C | 74% | 109 | 1.2 | 6.71 |
| December | 🌧️ | 34.4°C | 17.8°C | 26.1°C | 78% | 191 | 1.1 | 6.48 |
Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)
🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.
🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.
☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.
Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °C
Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in November, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.
These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.
Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month
Monthly averages · 1981–2025
💧 Humidity peaks at 89% in March · annual avg 83%
The warmest year in Atherton's recorded history was 2016 (avg: 23.7°C), while the coldest was 1982 (avg: 20.5°C).
Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C
Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year
| Year | Min Temp | Avg Temp | Max Temp | Rainfall (mm) | Avg Humidity | Avg Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | 15.4°C | 23.3°C | 31.3°C | 1453 | 80% | 1.1 m/s |
2024 | 15.5°C | 22.7°C | 29.8°C | 1462 | 82% | 1.2 m/s |
2023 | 15.4°C | 22.8°C | 30.3°C | 1504 | 81% | 1.2 m/s |
2022 | 15.0°C | 23.3°C | 31.6°C | 1435 | 80% | 1.1 m/s |
2021 | 15.5°C | 22.8°C | 30.0°C | 1473 | 82% | 1.1 m/s |
2020 🔥 | 14.9°C | 23.5°C | 32.1°C | 924 | 77% | 1.2 m/s |
2019 | 14.3°C | 22.3°C | 30.2°C | 1049 | 77% | 1.2 m/s |
2018 | 14.2°C | 23.0°C | 31.7°C | 1390 | 77% | 1.2 m/s |
2017 | 15.4°C | 23.3°C | 31.2°C | 877 | 78% | 1.2 m/s |
2016 | 15.8°C | 23.7°C | 31.6°C | 937 | 79% | 1.1 m/s |
Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years
Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), November is typically the hottest month in Atherton, Queensland, with average high temperatures around 34.6°C.
July is the coldest month in Atherton, with average low temperatures around 8.0°C.
February receives the most rainfall with approximately 386 mm, while September is the driest with 42 mm.
The highest recorded temperature was 39.9°C in November 1990. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.
The lowest recorded temperature was 3.2°C in July 1984.
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.
Atherton receives the most sunlight in November with an average solar radiation of 6.71 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Queensland.
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.
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.
