Climate Overview
The climate in Sandy Bay is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1563mm of precipitation falls per year. Sandy Bay receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sandy Bay is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.
Temperature
Sandy Bay has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Sandy Bay is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1563mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 220mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 46mm. That's 174mm 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
Sandy Bay is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 14km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Sandy Bay, which began on September 23, 2026. Sandy Bay is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 23°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 415mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 474mm across the season with a monthly average of 158mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 25 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 530mm across the season with a monthly average of 177mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 144mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 Sandy Bay 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.
