November · Australia
Best time to visit Airlie Beach in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Airlie Beach in November
Average temperature 26°C, 45 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
9.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
November in Airlie Beach scores 9.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 26°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Airlie Beach is the Whitsundays gateway-lagoon pool days, island ferries, and reef trips from a compact waterfront strip. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
November ranks 2nd of 12 for Airlie Beach — one of the best windows
Days in November average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 72% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 45 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Airlie Beach at 9.6/10 (2nd of 12), just behind September at 9.7/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Airlie Beach in November?
- In November, Airlie Beach averages 26°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Airlie Beach?
- November earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Airlie Beach in November?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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