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AustraliaThe weather in October in Mackay
It's warm in October in Mackay with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Mackay. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Mackay, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2022, Mackay reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 35 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Mackay
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Mackay. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Mackay | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 35 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Mackay with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Mackay is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Mackay, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Mackay
Temperature in October in Mackay over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Mackay, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Mackay
Total precipitation in October in Mackay over the years
Daily UV index in October in Mackay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Mackay, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Mackay by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mackay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.