Best time to visit Lizard Island

Q: When is the best time to visit Lizard Island?

The best time to visit Lizard Island is June and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Lizard Island?

The hottest time of year in Lizard Island is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Lizard Island?

In terms of rainfall, February is usually the wettest month in Lizard Island with 388mm on average. There are normally 15 days in February with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Lizard Island?

The sunniest time of year in Lizard Island is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Lizard Island?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Lizard Island in February when the water temperature reaches 29°C.

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When is the best time to visit Lizard Island?

The best time to visit Lizard Island is June and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Lizard Island?

The hottest time of year in Lizard Island is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Lizard Island?

In terms of rainfall, February is usually the wettest month in Lizard Island with 388mm on average. There are normally 15 days in February with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Lizard Island?

The sunniest time of year in Lizard Island is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Lizard Island?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Lizard Island in February when the water temperature reaches 29°C.