The best times to visit Lord Howe Island for ideal weather are

August 27th to October 28th

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

 

 


Other Lord Howe Island Travel Info

Weather in Lord Howe Island

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lord Howe Island vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 70th 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 Lord Howe Island, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 78.8°F (26°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.8°F (21°C) at night.

Lord Howe Island Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lord Howe Island 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.

Lord Howe Island Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lord Howe Island Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lord Howe Island 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 77.9 73.3 68.4
Feb 78.3 73.8 69.2
Mar 77.1 72.6 67.6
Apr 74.3 69.8 64.3
May 70.3 65.8 59.6
Jun 67.8 63.7 57.7
Jul 66 61.7 55.3
Aug 66.5 62.1 55.4
Sep 68 63.3 56.3
Oct 69.8 65.1 58.6
Nov 72.9 68.5 63.6
Dec 75.5 71.1 66.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.5 22.9 20.2
Feb 25.7 23.2 20.7
Mar 25.1 22.6 19.8
Apr 23.5 21 17.9
May 21.3 18.8 15.3
Jun 19.9 17.6 14.3
Jul 18.9 16.5 12.9
Aug 19.2 16.7 13
Sep 20 17.4 13.5
Oct 21 18.4 14.8
Nov 22.7 20.3 17.6
Dec 24.2 21.7 18.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lord Howe Island are January, October, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Lord Howe Island? 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 Lord Howe Island.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lord Howe Island (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 17% 0 3.3
Feb 22% 0 4
Mar 21% 0 4.3
Apr 29% 0 6.2
May 25% 0 5.7
Jun 32% 0 5
Jul 34% 0 4.7
Aug 24% 0 3.3
Sep 21% 0 3.4
Oct 18% 0 2.9
Nov 21% 0 4.5
Dec 24% 0 4.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 8.4
Feb 22 0 10.2
Mar 21 0 10.9
Apr 29 0 15.7
May 25 0 14.5
Jun 32 0 12.7
Jul 34 0 11.9
Aug 24 0 8.4
Sep 21 0 8.6
Oct 18 0 7.4
Nov 21 0 11.4
Dec 24 0 11.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Lord Howe Island has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (58% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (65.6%).

Wind in Lord Howe Island is usually moderate. The windiest month is June, followed by February and January. June’s average wind speed of around 12 knots (13.9 MPH or 22.3 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid June where average top sustained speeds reach 19.8 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Lord Howe Island.

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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 11.6 Significant breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Feb 11.8 Significant breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Mar 10.6 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Apr 10 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
May 10.3 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Jun 12 Significant breeze 18.5 Strong breeze
Jul 11 Significant breeze 17.4 Significant breeze
Aug 10.5 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Sep 10.2 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Oct 9.5 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Nov 10.1 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Dec 10.3 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.6%
Feb 65.1%
Mar 61.9%
Apr 62.5%
May 59.2%
Jun 60%
Jul 58%
Aug 59.5%
Sep 61.7%
Oct 61.8%
Nov 65.1%
Dec 65.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lord Howe Island?

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 Lord Howe Island, 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 Lord Howe Island 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 Lord Howe Island Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 78°F (25.6°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 9 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 most precipitation with 7 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Lord Howe Island, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 74.6°F (23.7°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 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 Lord Howe Island to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 78.8°F (26°C) and 75°F (23.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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