Mackay weather
At 5:00 AM local time it was clear and 24°C (74°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: May–Nov. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Mackay, Queensland, Australia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 11%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–NovOff season Jan–Mar
About Mackay weather
Is it raining in Mackay right now?
No. It’s clear and 24° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Mackay this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–29° and lows of 23–25°. Rain is likely on 4 of 7 days (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Mackay lately?
In the past 7 days, Mackay had 4 rainy days and 35.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Mackay?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Mackay weather by month
When is the best time to visit Mackay?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Mackay is May–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jan–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 21°C (71°F) in July to 28°C (83°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Mackay?
February is the wettest month, with about 253 mm (10.0 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 20 mm (0.8 in).
What is the hottest month in Mackay?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 21°C (71°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does Mackay have a rainy season?
Yes. Jan–Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Mackay?
The sea is warmest in January at about 30°C (86°F) and coolest in July at about 21°C (70°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Sep–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