The best times to visit Moruya for ideal weather are

March 12th to June 3rd

or

September 10th to December 16th

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

 

 


Other Moruya Travel Info

Weather in Moruya

Temperature

Average temperatures in Moruya vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 67th 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 Moruya, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 75.6°F (24.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.9°F (19.4°C) at night.

Moruya Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Moruya 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.

Moruya Perceived Temperature (F)

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Moruya Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Moruya 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 73.5 68.3 63.4
Feb 73.4 68.1 63.6
Mar 71.8 65.9 60.9
Apr 68.6 61.9 55.5
May 65.2 57.5 50.7
Jun 60.6 53.8 48.3
Jul 60.3 52 45.3
Aug 62 54.1 46.9
Sep 64.8 57.4 50.2
Oct 66.4 59.7 53.6
Nov 68.8 63.5 58.4
Dec 70.3 65.3 60.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.1 20.2 17.4
Feb 23 20.1 17.6
Mar 22.1 18.8 16.1
Apr 20.3 16.6 13.1
May 18.4 14.2 10.4
Jun 15.9 12.1 9.1
Jul 15.7 11.1 7.4
Aug 16.7 12.3 8.3
Sep 18.2 14.1 10.1
Oct 19.1 15.4 12
Nov 20.4 17.5 14.7
Dec 21.3 18.5 15.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Moruya are May, July, and then January. 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 late November to early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of November 26th.

When can you find snow in Moruya? 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 Moruya.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Moruya (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 12% 0 1.3
Feb 29% 0 7.2
Mar 19% 0 3.1
Apr 14% 0 1.8
May 9% 0 1.4
Jun 20% 0 4
Jul 10% 0 1.5
Aug 12% 0 2.5
Sep 13% 0 1.4
Oct 19% 0 2.3
Nov 27% 0 3.6
Dec 18% 0 2.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 0 3.3
Feb 29 0 18.3
Mar 19 0 7.9
Apr 14 0 4.6
May 9 0 3.6
Jun 20 0 10.2
Jul 10 0 3.8
Aug 12 0 6.4
Sep 13 0 3.6
Oct 19 0 5.8
Nov 27 0 9.1
Dec 18 0 6.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Moruya has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is August (59.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (79.6%).

Wind in Moruya is usually moderate. The windiest month is September, followed by November and December. September’s average wind speed of around 8.2 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.2 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 17.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Feb 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Mar 6.9 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Apr 6.9 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
May 6.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.8 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Aug 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Sep 8.2 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Oct 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Nov 8.2 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.9%
Feb 79.6%
Mar 77%
Apr 70.5%
May 64.5%
Jun 66.6%
Jul 61.3%
Aug 59.9%
Sep 63.6%
Oct 71.1%
Nov 76.4%
Dec 74%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Moruya?

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 Moruya, NW, Australia is September, followed by March and January. 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 Moruya in April. 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 61 in April means 61% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Moruya Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 72.8°F (22.7°C) and 62.3°F (16.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow 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 brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Moruya, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 69.9°F (21.1°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 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 Moruya to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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