Climate Insights for Dubbo

Dubbo Regional Council, New South Wales, Australia

Hottest
January
33°C peak92°F peak
Coldest
July
5°C low40°F low
Wettest
November
74 mm rain2.9 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Dubbo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 618 mm of precipitation falls per year. Dubbo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Dubbo 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in Dubbo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 24.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Dubbo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Dubbo 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 40°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 20°FebMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°MarMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 17°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°MayMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°JunMax: 15°Average: 9°Min: 5°JulMax: 15°Average: 9°Min: 5°AugMax: 17°Average: 10°Min: 5°SepMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 7°OctMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°NovMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°DecMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 92°FAverage: 80°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 89°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 55°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 60°FAverage: 49°FMin: 41°FJulMax: 59°FAverage: 49°FMin: 40°FAugMax: 62°FAverage: 51°FMin: 41°FSepMax: 70°FAverage: 57°FMin: 45°FOctMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 70°FMin: 58°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 63°F
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Min

Temperatures in Dubbo vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Dubbo vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 49°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 47mmFebPrecipitation: 48mmMarPrecipitation: 70mmAprPrecipitation: 44mmMayPrecipitation: 38mmJunPrecipitation: 44mmJulPrecipitation: 42mmAugPrecipitation: 40mmSepPrecipitation: 55mmOctPrecipitation: 58mmNovPrecipitation: 74mmDecPrecipitation: 59mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.8inFebPrecipitation: 1.9inMarPrecipitation: 2.8inAprPrecipitation: 1.7inMayPrecipitation: 1.5inJunPrecipitation: 1.7inJulPrecipitation: 1.7inAugPrecipitation: 1.6inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 2.3inNovPrecipitation: 2.9inDecPrecipitation: 2.3in
Precipitation

Dubbo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 618 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 74 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 38 mm. That's 36 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Dubbo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 2.9 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 1.5 in. That's 1.4 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Dubbo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Dubbo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°80°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar22°72°F
Apr17°63°F
May13°55°F
Jun9°49°F
Jul9°49°F
Aug10°51°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov21°70°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Dubbo is during February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 59 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Dubbo is during February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 92°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 40°F. 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 Dubbo 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Dubbo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
20 °C68 °F
33 °C92 °F
13 km/h8 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
32 °C89 °F
13 km/h8 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C62 °F
29 °C84 °F
13 km/h8 mph
70 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
24 °C76 °F
11 km/h7 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
8 °C46 °F
19 °C66 °F
11 km/h7 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
5 °C41 °F
15 °C60 °F
11 km/h7 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
5 °C40 °F
15 °C59 °F
12 km/h7 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
5 °C41 °F
17 °C62 °F
11 km/h7 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C45 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
55 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C52 °F
25 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C58 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
31 °C88 °F
12 km/h8 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in