The best times to visit Norah Head for ideal weather are

August 13th 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 Norah Head Travel Info

Weather in Norah Head

Temperature

Average temperatures in Norah 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 more temperate than most — in the 65th 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 Norah Head, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 80.3°F (26.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.1°F (20.1°C) at night.

Norah Head Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Norah 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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Norah Head Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Norah 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 79.8 72.3 67.2
Feb 79 72.2 67.2
Mar 77.8 70.9 65
Apr 72.7 66.1 59.8
May 68.6 61.4 54.4
Jun 64.1 57.5 51.4
Jul 62.9 55.6 48.4
Aug 65.8 57.6 49.8
Sep 70 61.8 53.8
Oct 73.6 65.2 57.9
Nov 75.4 67.8 62.3
Dec 76.5 69.7 64.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26.6 22.4 19.6
Feb 26.1 22.3 19.6
Mar 25.4 21.6 18.3
Apr 22.6 18.9 15.4
May 20.3 16.3 12.4
Jun 17.8 14.2 10.8
Jul 17.2 13.1 9.1
Aug 18.8 14.2 9.9
Sep 21.1 16.6 12.1
Oct 23.1 18.4 14.4
Nov 24.1 19.9 16.8
Dec 24.7 20.9 18.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Norah Head are October, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Norah 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 Norah Head.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Norah 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 19% 0 3.8
Feb 27% 0 5
Mar 23% 0 3.6
Apr 30% 0 6.6
May 23% 0 4.4
Jun 30% 0 6.9
Jul 19% 0 3.4
Aug 17% 0 3
Sep 17% 0 2.6
Oct 12% 0 1.9
Nov 26% 0 4.8
Dec 21% 0 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 0 9.7
Feb 27 0 12.7
Mar 23 0 9.1
Apr 30 0 16.8
May 23 0 11.2
Jun 30 0 17.5
Jul 19 0 8.6
Aug 17 0 7.6
Sep 17 0 6.6
Oct 12 0 4.8
Nov 26 0 12.2
Dec 21 0 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Norah Head has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is August (58.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (75.1%).

Wind in Norah Head is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 11.5 knots (13.3 MPH or 21.4 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 mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 18.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Norah 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 11.5 Significant breeze 18 Strong breeze
Feb 11.1 Significant breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Mar 10.4 Gentle breeze 16.6 Strong breeze
Apr 9.5 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
May 8.1 Gentle breeze 12.9 Strong breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Jul 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.6 Strong breeze
Aug 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 9.7 Gentle breeze 16.6 Strong breeze
Oct 10.3 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Nov 11.2 Significant breeze 18.5 Strong breeze
Dec 11.5 Significant breeze 18.3 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.4%
Feb 75.1%
Mar 71.4%
Apr 69.2%
May 64.9%
Jun 67.2%
Jul 62%
Aug 58.7%
Sep 60.7%
Oct 65.8%
Nov 73.8%
Dec 73.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Norah 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 Norah Head, NW, Australia is August, followed by February and May. 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 Norah Head 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 81 in July means 81% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Norah Head Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 78.5°F (25.8°C) and 66.3°F (19.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 9 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 brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Norah Head, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 76.9°F (24.9°C) and 67.2°F (19.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Norah Head to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 80.3°F (26.8°C) and 76.1°F (24.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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