Port Macquarie weather
At 5:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 18°C (64°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 AM (3.2 mm total). Best months for weather: May, Jul–Sep. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 84%
- Chance of rain
- 8%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 AM (3.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May, Jul–SepOff season Feb–Mar
About Port Macquarie weather
Is it raining in Port Macquarie right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 18° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 AM (3.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Port Macquarie this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 22–28° and lows of 13–19°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Port Macquarie lately?
In the past 7 days, Port Macquarie had 3 rainy days and 17.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Port Macquarie?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Port Macquarie weather by month
When is the best time to visit Port Macquarie?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Port Macquarie is May, Jul–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Feb–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 18°C (64°F) in July to 26°C (78°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Port Macquarie?
February is the wettest month, with about 194 mm (7.6 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 41 mm (1.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Port Macquarie?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 26°C (78°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 15°C (58°F).
Does Port Macquarie have a rainy season?
Yes. Feb–Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jul–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Port Macquarie?
The sea is warmest in March at about 25°C (76°F) and coolest in August at about 20°C (67°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Dec–May.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months