The best times to visit Lennox Head for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 24th

or

August 20th to November 25th

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

 

 


Other Lennox Head Travel Info

Weather in Lennox Head

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lennox Head vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 50th 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 Lennox Head, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 83.4°F (28.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68°F (20°C) at night.

Lennox Head Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lennox Head 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.

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Lennox Head Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lennox Head 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 82.9 75 66.8
Feb 82.2 74.2 66.3
Mar 81.1 72.6 64.1
Apr 76.7 67.6 59.1
May 72.4 62 52.1
Jun 68.3 58.5 49
Jul 67.6 56.9 46.1
Aug 71 59 46.4
Sep 74.5 63.6 51.3
Oct 77 67.1 55.6
Nov 79.9 71.1 61.8
Dec 81.2 73 64.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.3 23.9 19.3
Feb 27.9 23.4 19.1
Mar 27.3 22.6 17.8
Apr 24.8 19.8 15.1
May 22.4 16.7 11.2
Jun 20.2 14.7 9.4
Jul 19.8 13.8 7.8
Aug 21.7 15 8
Sep 23.6 17.6 10.7
Oct 25 19.5 13.1
Nov 26.6 21.7 16.6
Dec 27.3 22.8 18

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lennox Head are September, August, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early August. For example, on the week of July 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late March with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of March 26th.

When can you find snow in Lennox Head? 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 Lennox Head.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lennox Head (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 30% 0 8.7
Feb 36% 0 8.5
Mar 38% 0 7.6
Apr 37% 0 9.8
May 28% 0 4.9
Jun 30% 0 7.9
Jul 20% 0 3.8
Aug 17% 0 4.1
Sep 16% 0 2.7
Oct 22% 0 3.9
Nov 30% 0 5.9
Dec 29% 0 6.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 30 0 22.1
Feb 36 0 21.6
Mar 38 0 19.3
Apr 37 0 24.9
May 28 0 12.4
Jun 30 0 20.1
Jul 20 0 9.7
Aug 17 0 10.4
Sep 16 0 6.9
Oct 22 0 9.9
Nov 30 0 15
Dec 29 0 16.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Lennox Head has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is August (65% relative humidity), and the most humid month is April (74.6%).

Wind in Lennox Head is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by November and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.4 knots (9.7 MPH or 15.6 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 mid to late November where average top sustained speeds reach 15.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.4 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Feb 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Mar 7 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Apr 6.7 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
May 6 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Jun 6.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.6 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Aug 6.5 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Sep 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Oct 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Nov 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Dec 8.3 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 72.8%
Feb 74.2%
Mar 73.8%
Apr 74.6%
May 73.4%
Jun 72.9%
Jul 67.6%
Aug 65%
Sep 66.3%
Oct 67.5%
Nov 71.7%
Dec 70.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lennox Head?

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 Lennox Head, NW, Australia is July, followed by August 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 Lennox Head in May. 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 68.5 in May means 68.5% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Lennox Head Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.5°F (28.1°C) and 70.6°F (21.4°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 9 to 12 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 5 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Lennox Head, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 81.4°F (27.4°C) and 72°F (22.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Lennox Head to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83.4°F (28.6°C) and 80.9°F (27.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 9 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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