Climate Overview
The climate in Evans Head is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1102mm of precipitation falls per year. Evans Head receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Evans Head is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.
Temperature
Evans Head sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 27°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Evans Head is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1102mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 92mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 178mm of rainfall. June and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 38mm. That's 140mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Evans Head is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Evans Head, which began on June 21, 2026. Evans Head is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 14°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 16 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 169mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 22 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 359mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 17 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 309mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 14 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 266mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Evans Head is during January, April, May, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Evans Head based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
