Climate Insights for Murray Island Airport

Torres Strait Island Region, State of Queensland, Australia

Hottest
January
28°C peak
Coldest
August
25°C low
Wettest
March
338mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Murray Island Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1758mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 338mm of rainfall. Murray Island Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 26° Jul Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Aug Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 25° Sep Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 25° Oct Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Dec Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27°
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Average
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Murray Island Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 332mm Feb Precipitation: 322mm Mar Precipitation: 338mm Apr Precipitation: 227mm May Precipitation: 141mm Jun Precipitation: 68mm Jul Precipitation: 42mm Aug Precipitation: 26mm Sep Precipitation: 22mm Oct Precipitation: 26mm Nov Precipitation: 52mm Dec Precipitation: 161mm
Precipitation

Murray Island Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1758mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 146mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 338mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 22mm. That's 316mm less than March, 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 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h 40km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 24km/h Feb Wind Speed: 25km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 27km/h May Wind Speed: 36km/h Jun Wind Speed: 38km/h Jul Wind Speed: 37km/h Aug Wind Speed: 36km/h Sep Wind Speed: 36km/h Oct Wind Speed: 31km/h Nov Wind Speed: 27km/h Dec Wind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed

Murray Island Airport is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 30km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 38km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 22km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 16km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 37km/h in winter, 31km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 29km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

88 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Murray Island Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Murray Island Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 25°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 100mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 816mm across the season with a monthly average of 272mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 705mm across the season with a monthly average of 235mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 137mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are strong, averaging 37km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Murray Island 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
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
332 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
25 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
27 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
27 °C
36 km/h
141 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
26 °C
38 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
26 °C
37 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
26 °C
36 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
26 °C
36 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
27 °C
31 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
28 °C
27 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
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