Climate Insights for Miners Lake

Charters Towers, State of Queensland, Australia

Hottest
November
34°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
January
152mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Miners Lake is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 617mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 152mm of rainfall. Miners Lake 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: November, December, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 11°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: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Apr Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° May Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Jun Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Aug Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 12° Sep Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 15° Oct Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 18° Nov Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Dec Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Miners Lake vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 152mm Feb Precipitation: 144mm Mar Precipitation: 67mm Apr Precipitation: 37mm May Precipitation: 26mm Jun Precipitation: 12mm Jul Precipitation: 31mm Aug Precipitation: 7mm Sep Precipitation: 6mm Oct Precipitation: 22mm Nov Precipitation: 43mm Dec Precipitation: 70mm
Precipitation

Miners Lake is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 617mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 152mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 6mm. That's 146mm 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: 17km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 16km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Miners Lake is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

88 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Miners Lake, which began on March 20, 2026. Miners Lake 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 November at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 70mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 367mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 130mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 50mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/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 24°
May 20°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 19°
Sep 22°
Oct 25°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Miners Lake is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Miners Lake 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
17 km/h
152 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
32 °C
15 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
27 °C
16 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
33 °C
18 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
34 °C
19 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
34 °C
18 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
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