Climate Overview
The climate in Foster is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 854mm of precipitation falls per year. Foster receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Foster 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, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.
Temperature
Foster sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 24°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Foster is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 854mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 96mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 38mm. That's 58mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Foster is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Foster, which began on March 20, 2026. Foster 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 7°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 9 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 265mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 176mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 9 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 7 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 226mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/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 Foster is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 60mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°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 Foster 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.