Townsville weather
At 4:30 AM local time it was mostly clear and 23°C (74°F). Light rain for 5 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Apr–Nov. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 32%
- Chance of rain
- 65%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 5 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Apr–NovOff season Jan–Feb
About Townsville weather
Is it raining in Townsville right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 23° right now. Light rain for 5 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Townsville this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–31° and lows of 23–26°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Townsville lately?
In the past 7 days, Townsville had 3 rainy days and 19.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Townsville?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Townsville weather by month
When is the best time to visit Townsville?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Townsville is Apr–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jan–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (76°F) in July to 32°C (90°F) in December.
What is the rainiest month in Townsville?
February is the wettest month, with about 236 mm (9.3 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 11 mm (0.4 in).
What is the hottest month in Townsville?
December is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 24°C (74°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (76°F) and lows of 14°C (58°F).
Does Townsville have a rainy season?
Yes. Jan–Feb is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Apr–Nov is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months