The best times to visit Goldfields for ideal weather are

October 22nd 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.

 

 


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Weather in Goldfields

Temperature

Average temperatures in Goldfields vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th 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 Goldfields, 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 88°F (31.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.9°F (13.8°C) at night.

Goldfields Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Goldfields 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.

Goldfields Perceived Temperature (F)

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Goldfields Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Goldfields 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 86.3 70.3 54.8
Feb 84.8 69.8 56
Mar 77.7 63.8 50.6
Apr 69 56.5 44.4
May 60.8 50.3 40.3
Jun 55.2 46.5 38.2
Jul 53.1 44.8 36.3
Aug 55.9 46.3 36.6
Sep 61.8 50 37.4
Oct 69.5 56 41.6
Nov 76.7 62.3 48
Dec 81 66 49.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.2 21.3 12.7
Feb 29.3 21 13.3
Mar 25.4 17.7 10.3
Apr 20.6 13.6 6.9
May 16 10.2 4.6
Jun 12.9 8.1 3.4
Jul 11.7 7.1 2.4
Aug 13.3 7.9 2.6
Sep 16.6 10 3
Oct 20.8 13.3 5.3
Nov 24.8 16.8 8.9
Dec 27.2 18.9 9.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Goldfields are January, April, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid February. For example, on the week of February 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Goldfields? 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 Goldfields.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Goldfields (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 8% 0 1.6
Feb 10% 0 1.9
Mar 11% 0 1.8
Apr 9% 0 1.3
May 15% 0 2
Jun 14% 0 1.6
Jul 26% 0 2.9
Aug 19% 0 2.1
Sep 12% 0 2.1
Oct 9% 0 1.2
Nov 15% 0 2.3
Dec 11% 0 1.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 0 4.1
Feb 10 0 4.8
Mar 11 0 4.6
Apr 9 0 3.3
May 15 0 5.1
Jun 14 0 4.1
Jul 26 0 7.4
Aug 19 0 5.3
Sep 12 0 5.3
Oct 9 0 3
Nov 15 0 5.8
Dec 11 0 4.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Goldfields has some extremely humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (38% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (81.7%).

Wind in Goldfields is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 9 knots (10.3 MPH or 16.6 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 February where average top sustained speeds reach 15.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Feb 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Mar 7.1 Gentle breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Apr 6.5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 9.6 Significant breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 9.7 Significant breeze
Aug 6.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 6.3 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 38%
Feb 43.6%
Mar 50.7%
Apr 60%
May 73.9%
Jun 79.8%
Jul 81.7%
Aug 75.2%
Sep 65.4%
Oct 55.5%
Nov 50%
Dec 42.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Goldfields?

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 Goldfields, VC, Australia is February, followed by June and December. 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 Goldfields in July. 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 32.1 in July means 32.1% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Goldfields Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 80.3°F (26.8°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 5 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 most precipitation with 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Goldfields, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 78.2°F (25.7°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 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 perfect this time of year in Goldfields to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88°F (31.1°C) and 78.8°F (26°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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