Climate Overview
The climate in Maryborough is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 338mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Maryborough 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: September, August, October. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 155cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Maryborough has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 7°C with a mean of 6°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Maryborough is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 338mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 33mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 17mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 155cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.
Wind
Maryborough is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.
Seasons
18 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Maryborough, which began on June 21, 2026. Maryborough 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 September at around 7°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -2°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 18 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -2 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 58mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 73cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 0 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 33cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Maryborough 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.