What’s the climate like in Norfolk Island?
The current climate of Norfolk Island features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 25°C during the day to lows of 19°C. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 14°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Norfolk Island in recent years was 28°C in February 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 15°C in August 2023.
On average, Norfolk Island receives 306 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Norfolk Island is based on weather data from Kingston. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Norfolk Island for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Norfolk Island?
The best time to visit Norfolk Island for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Norfolk Island.
Climate Table of Norfolk Island
The climate table of Norfolk Island shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 25 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 24 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 20 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 29 | 42 | 36 | 23 | 16 | 17 | 34 | 24 | 20 | 18 | 24 | 23 |
| UV Index | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 22°C
- Highest temperature: 25°C in January, February and March
- Lowest temperature: 19°C in July, August and September
- Precipitation: 306 mm per year, averaging 26 mm per month
- Driest months: 16 mm in May, 17 mm in June and 18 mm in October
- Wettest months: 42 mm in February, 36 mm in March and 34 mm in July
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Average Temperature per Month in Norfolk Island
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Norfolk Island. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Norfolk Island
This graph shows how much precipitation Norfolk Island gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Norfolk Island
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Norfolk Island. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Norfolk Island
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Norfolk Island. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Norfolk Island
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Norfolk Island over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Norfolk Island
The weather in Norfolk Island is rated an average of 2,4 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Norfolk Island? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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February brought mixed emotions in Norfolk. It was cloudy and cold one day, sunny and warm the next. Construction layers for unpredictability!— This text is automatically translated to English
Although I was expecting a cosy atmosphere this season, the grey skies and persistent rain were depressing at times. The fresh air was a plus.— This text is automatically translated to English
There were pleasant sunny spells during the day, but evenings were often hit by cold gusts of wind and rain. Don't count on stable spring weather!— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm sunny days were accompanied by rare cold and rainy days. This is not the best time for active rest. If you travel during this period, make sure you bring enough layers of clothes.— This text is automatically translated to English
January in Norfolk was pretty cold and cloudy, with lots of rain. It is obviously not a sun destination or winter sports location so I had no expectations of that. Still, the constant rain limited our outdoor activities considerably.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Norfolk Island by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Norfolk Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
