Burnie, Australia

Burnie experiences a mild year-round climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 12°C / 53°F in August to a high of 21°C / 70°F in January.

Annual rainfall patterns show an average of 78 mm / 3.1 inches per month, with July being the wettest (109 mm / 4.3 inches) and February the driest (49 mm / 1.9 inches).

Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 9 in January and falling to 3 in June; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.

The longest days occur in December with around 15.1 hours of daylight, while June has the shortest days at about 9.3 hours.

Whether you prefer warm summers or milder winters, Burnie provides varied conditions throughout the year.

Today's Forecast

Climate at a glance

The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Burnie.

Typical range

High / low

Average highs up to 20.9°C and lows down to 6.6°C.

Rain pattern

Wettest month

July averages 109 mm.

UV

Typical peak band

Typical peak UV is High.

Daylight

Seasonal range

Roughly 9 hrs to 15 hrs.

Wind

Typical strength

Average around 17 km/h, peaking in September.

When should I go?

Our top-rated months for visiting Burnie, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions

Next steps

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How Burnie compares

See how it ranks against the rest of Australia for key metrics.

HOTTEST (AVG)
in Australia
#14 / 14
COOLEST (AVG)
in Australia
#4 / 14
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Australia
#7 / 14
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Australia
#2 / 14
HIGHEST UV
in Australia
#12 / 14
MOST HUMID
in Australia
#2 / 14

Short term outlook

Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Burnie, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.

Frequently asked questions

How does the weather in Burnie feel over the year?

On a typical year, you can expect highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows near 10°C (50°F). Conditions usually feel cool in the daytime and cool once the sun goes down. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.

When is the best time to visit Burnie for dry weather?

The driest month is usually February, with around 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain. In contrast, July is the wettest month, so that’s when you’re most likely to need a raincoat or umbrella.

When is sun exposure strongest in Burnie?

UV tends to peak in January, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.

Is Burnie a windy place?

Across the year, average winds sit around 17 km/h (11 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 73 km/h (45 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.

How much daylight does Burnie get?

On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.

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