November · Australia
Best time to visit Great Barrier Reef in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Great Barrier Reef in November
Average temperature 27°C, 72 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
6.7/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 72 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
November in Great Barrier Reef scores 6.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 72 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
From June to October, dry southeasterly winds clear the reef's water to 30m visibility—prime snorkeling season.
November in Great Barrier Reef: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in November average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 75% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 72 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.7/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Great Barrier Reef — 2.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Great Barrier Reef in November?
- In November, Great Barrier Reef averages 27°C, 72 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Great Barrier Reef?
- November earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Great Barrier Reef in November?
- Expect about 72 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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