The best times to visit Gladstone for ideal weather are

October 8th to April 15th

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

 

 


Other Gladstone Travel Info

Weather in Gladstone

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gladstone vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd 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 Gladstone, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 93.2°F (34°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58.8°F (14.9°C) at night.

Gladstone Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gladstone 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.

Gladstone Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gladstone Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gladstone 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 91.1 73.4 56.9
Feb 89.9 72.7 56.8
Mar 83.5 68.3 53
Apr 75.9 61.8 48
May 67.9 56 44.6
Jun 60.5 50.7 40.5
Jul 59.1 48.9 38.6
Aug 61.9 49.7 37.7
Sep 69.8 54.4 39.2
Oct 78.2 60.8 44
Nov 83.9 66.8 49.7
Dec 86.9 70 52.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.8 23 13.8
Feb 32.2 22.6 13.8
Mar 28.6 20.2 11.7
Apr 24.4 16.6 8.9
May 19.9 13.3 7
Jun 15.8 10.4 4.7
Jul 15.1 9.4 3.7
Aug 16.6 9.8 3.2
Sep 21 12.4 4
Oct 25.7 16 6.7
Nov 28.8 19.3 9.8
Dec 30.5 21.1 11.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gladstone are March, January, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late December. For example, on the week of December 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late April with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of April 23rd.

When can you find snow in Gladstone? 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 Gladstone.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gladstone (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 5% 0 0.7
Feb 6% 0 1.2
Mar 5% 0 0.6
Apr 10% 0 1.5
May 11% 0 1.5
Jun 13% 0 1.9
Jul 17% 0 1.7
Aug 15% 0 1.5
Sep 9% 0 1.2
Oct 7% 0 0.7
Nov 10% 0 1.1
Dec 7% 0 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1.8
Feb 6 0 3
Mar 5 0 1.5
Apr 10 0 3.8
May 11 0 3.8
Jun 13 0 4.8
Jul 17 0 4.3
Aug 15 0 3.8
Sep 9 0 3
Oct 7 0 1.8
Nov 10 0 2.8
Dec 7 0 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Gladstone has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (37.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (75.4%).

Wind in Gladstone is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 10.3 knots (11.9 MPH or 19.1 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 early January 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 Gladstone.

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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 10.3 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Feb 9.8 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Mar 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Strong breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
May 8.5 Gentle breeze 14 Strong breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jul 9.2 Gentle breeze 14.7 Strong breeze
Aug 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Sep 9.1 Gentle breeze 15.7 Strong breeze
Oct 9 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Nov 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.1 Strong breeze
Dec 9.7 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 37.1%
Feb 39.8%
Mar 43.6%
Apr 50.4%
May 62.1%
Jun 73.1%
Jul 75.4%
Aug 73.1%
Sep 59.3%
Oct 44.4%
Nov 39.8%
Dec 37.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gladstone?

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 Gladstone, SA, Australia is February, followed by January and May. 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 Gladstone in November. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 66.7 in November means 66.7% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Gladstone Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 63.6°F (17.6°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Gladstone, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 67°F (19.4°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Gladstone to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.2°F (34°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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