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Blue Mountains & NSW Coast

Australia · Oceania

Blue Mountains & NSW Coast works almost all year round, peaking in April–May and September, when it is at its strongest for hiking and nature & wildlife. Dry, cool conditions provide excellent hiking weather across mountain trails, though ocean swimming cools down significantly.

Plan a trip to Blue Mountains & NSW Coast

Month by month

MonthFitWeatherCrowds & pricesWhat it's good for
January 8/10 26°C · 21 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 Beach, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Peak summer holiday season brings warm coastal waters alongside frequent wet weather and afternoon storms in the mountains.
February 8/10 24°C · 18 rain days crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 Beach, Nature & wildlife, City breaks. Warm ocean temperatures make coastal swimming popular, though high rainfall and humidity persist across the region.
March 8/10 22°C · 18 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Nature & wildlife, Road trips, City breaks. Early autumn sees mild temperatures and lingering beach warmth, alongside moderate rain showers.
April 9/10 19°C · 11 rain days crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Autumn foliage peaks in mountain villages like Mount Wilson amidst crisp, clear days and reduced rainfall.
May 9/10 16°C · 8 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Dry, cool conditions provide excellent hiking weather across mountain trails, though ocean swimming cools down significantly.
June 8/10 13°C · 7 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Winter arrives with crisp sunny days and brisk nights, coinciding with the start of the northern whale migration along the coast.
July 8/10 13°C · 8 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Coldest month of the year with peak whale watching from coastal cliffs and traditional Yulefest celebrations in the mountains.
August 8/10 15°C · 8 rain days crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Consistently dry and crisp days offer clear views of the Jamison and Grose valleys, with ongoing whale migration.
September 9/10 18°C · 8 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Spring brings blooming cool-climate gardens and wildflowers alongside comfortable daytime temperatures for walking.
October 8/10 21°C · 13 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Mild spring warmth encourages coastal exploration and canyon tracks, though rain days begin to increase.
November 8/10 23°C · 12 rain days crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 Nature & wildlife, Road trips, City breaks. Warming temperatures welcome beachgoers back to coastal stretches as mountain trails become lush and green.
December 8/10 25°C · 14 rain days crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 City breaks, Beach, Nature & wildlife. Summer festivities and school holidays create bustling coastal towns and national park viewpoints despite afternoon rain.

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