The best times to visit Bowral for ideal weather are

November 12th to April 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bowral Travel Info

Weather in Bowral

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bowral vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bowral, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid January where highs are regularly around 79.3°F (26.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Bowral Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bowral Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bowral Perceived Temperature (F)

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Bowral Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bowral Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 78.8 66 55.5
Feb 74.2 63.7 55.9
Mar 71.7 61.1 52.1
Apr 64.5 54.7 45.2
May 59.8 49.1 38
Jun 53.7 45.5 37
Jul 52.7 43.8 34.3
Aug 55.9 46 36
Sep 62 51.3 39.9
Oct 67.7 56.2 44.3
Nov 72.3 60.5 50
Dec 74.2 62.1 51.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26 18.9 13.1
Feb 23.4 17.6 13.3
Mar 22.1 16.2 11.2
Apr 18.1 12.6 7.3
May 15.4 9.5 3.3
Jun 12.1 7.5 2.8
Jul 11.5 6.6 1.3
Aug 13.3 7.8 2.2
Sep 16.7 10.7 4.4
Oct 19.8 13.4 6.8
Nov 22.4 15.8 10
Dec 23.4 16.7 10.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bowral are May, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid February with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 12th.

When can you find snow in Bowral? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bowral.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bowral (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 14% 0 2.3
Feb 29% 0 5.1
Mar 19% 0 3.2
Apr 17% 0 2.4
May 11% 0 2
Jun 20% 0 3.5
Jul 11% 0 1.4
Aug 11% 0 2.5
Sep 11% 0 1.3
Oct 13% 0 1.7
Nov 21% 0 2.9
Dec 16% 0 2.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 0 5.8
Feb 29 0 13
Mar 19 0 8.1
Apr 17 0 6.1
May 11 0 5.1
Jun 20 0 8.9
Jul 11 0 3.6
Aug 11 0 6.4
Sep 11 0 3.3
Oct 13 0 4.3
Nov 21 0 7.4
Dec 16 0 6.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Bowral has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is September (59.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (76.2%).

Wind in Bowral is usually moderate. The windiest month is August, followed by September and July. August’s average wind speed of around 10.4 knots (12 MPH or 19.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late September where average top sustained speeds reach 17.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bowral.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9.4 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Feb 8.6 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Mar 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Apr 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
May 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 9 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Jul 9.7 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Aug 10.4 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Sep 10.1 Gentle breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Oct 9.3 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Nov 9.1 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Dec 9.2 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 64.8%
Feb 75.4%
Mar 73.1%
Apr 74.9%
May 71.9%
Jun 76.2%
Jul 70.9%
Aug 64.5%
Sep 59.9%
Oct 59.9%
Nov 66.4%
Dec 66.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bowral?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bowral, NW, Australia is June, followed by January and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bowral in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 27 in March means 27% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Bowral Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.8°F (22.7°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see the least precipitation with 3 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Bowral, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 74.2°F (23.4°C) and 58°F (14.4°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Bowral to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 71°F (21.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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