The best times to visit Mossman for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 24th

or

August 6th to November 11th

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

 

 


Other Mossman Travel Info

Weather in Mossman

Temperature

Average temperatures in Mossman vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 47th 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 Mossman, 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 88.5°F (31.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.6°F (20.3°C) at night.

Mossman Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Mossman 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.

Mossman Perceived Temperature (F)

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Mossman Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Mossman 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 87.4 76.2 67.4
Feb 85.8 75 66.6
Mar 83.9 72.9 63.9
Apr 80.4 67.9 57.3
May 75.3 61.6 49.4
Jun 70.9 58 46.2
Jul 70.8 56.1 42.1
Aug 74.6 58.4 43.1
Sep 79.2 64.2 49.9
Oct 82.7 68.3 55.2
Nov 86.3 72.9 61.4
Dec 87.2 74.9 64.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.8 24.6 19.7
Feb 29.9 23.9 19.2
Mar 28.8 22.7 17.7
Apr 26.9 19.9 14.1
May 24.1 16.4 9.7
Jun 21.6 14.4 7.9
Jul 21.6 13.4 5.6
Aug 23.7 14.7 6.2
Sep 26.2 17.9 9.9
Oct 28.2 20.2 12.9
Nov 30.2 22.7 16.3
Dec 30.7 23.8 18.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Mossman are July, September, and then August. 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 August. For example, on the week of August 6th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 12th.

When can you find snow in Mossman? 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 Mossman.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Mossman (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 29% 0 6.8
Feb 27% 0 7
Mar 25% 0 6.4
Apr 17% 0 3.4
May 15% 0 2.4
Jun 15% 0 2.5
Jul 8% 0 1.4
Aug 9% 0 2.4
Sep 9% 0 1.6
Oct 15% 0 2
Nov 18% 0 2.7
Dec 29% 0 6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 29 0 17.3
Feb 27 0 17.8
Mar 25 0 16.3
Apr 17 0 8.6
May 15 0 6.1
Jun 15 0 6.4
Jul 8 0 3.6
Aug 9 0 6.1
Sep 9 0 4.1
Oct 15 0 5.1
Nov 18 0 6.9
Dec 29 0 15.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Mossman has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (58.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (70.5%).

Wind in Mossman is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 4.1 knots (4.7 MPH or 7.6 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 9.2 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.1 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.1 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.8 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.9 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze
May 2.1 Barely noticeable 6.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Jul 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Sep 3.2 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.6 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.9 Barely noticeable 8.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.5%
Feb 68.4%
Mar 69.7%
Apr 68.7%
May 68.8%
Jun 70.5%
Jul 63.8%
Aug 59.1%
Sep 58.5%
Oct 58.1%
Nov 59.9%
Dec 62.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Mossman?

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 Mossman, QL, Australia is May, followed by July and August. 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 Mossman in December. 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 76.2 in December means 76.2% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Mossman Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.4°F (29.7°C) and 73.4°F (23°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Mossman, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 87.8°F (31°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C), which will feel very nice 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 Mossman to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88.5°F (31.4°C) and 84.8°F (29.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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