Climate Insights for Blackwater Airport

Central Highlands, State of Queensland, Australia

Hottest
December
33°C peak
Coldest
July
9°C low
Wettest
January
97mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Blackwater Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 609mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 97mm of rainfall. Blackwater Airport 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: December, January, February. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Jun Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 10° Jul Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 9° Aug Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Sep Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Oct Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° Nov Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Blackwater Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 97mm Feb Precipitation: 78mm Mar Precipitation: 94mm Apr Precipitation: 21mm May Precipitation: 31mm Jun Precipitation: 27mm Jul Precipitation: 39mm Aug Precipitation: 22mm Sep Precipitation: 11mm Oct Precipitation: 49mm Nov Precipitation: 72mm Dec Precipitation: 68mm
Precipitation

Blackwater Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 609mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 97mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 11mm. That's 86mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 16km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Blackwater Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 13km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Blackwater Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Blackwater Airport 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 December at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 9°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 132mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 243mm for the season, averaging 81mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 22°
May 19°
Jun 16°
Jul 15°
Aug 17°
Sep 20°
Oct 23°
Nov 25°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Blackwater Airport is during April, May, June, 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 34mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. 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 Blackwater Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
33 °C
16 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
33 °C
16 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Jun
10 °C
22 °C
13 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Jul
9 °C
22 °C
14 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Aug
10 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
33 °C
16 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
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