The best times to visit Penguin for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 13th

or

October 1st 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 Penguin Travel Info

Weather in Penguin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Penguin vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout 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 Penguin, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 100.8°F (38.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.1°F (24.5°C) at night.

Penguin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Penguin 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.

Penguin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Penguin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Penguin 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 57.2 46.4 39.1
Feb 61.9 49.8 41.4
Mar 67.8 57.5 50.2
Apr 80.5 69.6 62
May 83.4 73.9 66.7
Jun 90 80.5 72.5
Jul 95.4 84.7 75.3
Aug 97.6 85.1 74.3
Sep 92.6 80.3 70.6
Oct 84.3 72.2 61.7
Nov 67.7 57 48.8
Dec 64 54.4 47.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 14 8 3.9
Feb 16.6 9.9 5.2
Mar 19.9 14.2 10.1
Apr 26.9 20.9 16.7
May 28.6 23.3 19.3
Jun 32.2 26.9 22.5
Jul 35.2 29.3 24.1
Aug 36.4 29.5 23.5
Sep 33.7 26.8 21.4
Oct 29.1 22.3 16.5
Nov 19.8 13.9 9.3
Dec 17.8 12.4 8.4

 


 
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 Penguin.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Penguin (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0
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Humidity and Wind

Penguin has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is August (51.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (77%).

Wind in Penguin is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by July and November. February’s average wind speed of around 7.4 knots (8.5 MPH or 13.7 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 February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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
Average Daily Wind

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 6.2 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Feb 7.4 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
May 6 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Jun 5.1 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Sep 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.3 Significant breeze
Oct 5.3 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Nov 6.3 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Dec 6.2 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.2%
Feb 65.2%
Mar 75%
Apr 71.2%
May 77%
Jun 69.4%
Jul 59.7%
Aug 51.3%
Sep 58.3%
Oct 55.3%
Nov 63.7%
Dec 70.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Penguin?

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 Penguin, TS, Australia is September, followed by October 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 Penguin in August. 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 54.4 in August means 54.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Penguin Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Penguin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 96.2°F (35.7°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Penguin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 71°F (21.7°C) and 41.3°F (5.2°C). These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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