Right Now in Murwillumbah
Live readings from Open-Meteo for the Murwillumbah town centre, refreshed each time you load the page.
7-Day Forecast
Daily highs, lows and rainfall outlook for Murwillumbah this week. Today is highlighted on the left.
Today's Hourly Forecast
Hour-by-hour temperature and rainfall for the next 24 hours.
Today's Sun & UV
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Rainfall This Week
Daily rainfall totals (mm) forecast for Murwillumbah.
Murwillumbah Climate at a Glance
Murwillumbah sits in the Tweed Valley in northern New South Wales — a humid subtropical climate roughly 100 km south of Brisbane and 30 minutes inland from the Gold Coast. That position gives the town warm summers, mild dry winters, and a pronounced wet season that runs from late summer through autumn.
Summer (December to February) is warm and humid, with maximums typically in the high 20s to low 30s and afternoon thunderstorms common. Autumn (March to May) is the wettest part of the year — March is on average the rainiest month, and the bigger flood events historically cluster here.
Winter (June to August) is dry and cool. Daytime temperatures are pleasant in the low 20s, overnight minimums sit around 6-9°C in the town centre, and rainfall is light. Spring (September to November) is the sweet spot for visiting — warm but not yet humid, low rainfall, and the valley at its greenest after the wet.
The big weather story for Murwillumbah is flooding. The Tweed River catchment can rise quickly when sustained tropical rainfall combines with high tides. Read our Murwillumbah and flooding guide for the full picture, or our coverage of the post-2022 floodplain master plan.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30°C | 20°C | 175 mm |
| Feb | 29°C | 20°C | 200 mm |
| Mar | 28°C | 18°C | 225 mm |
| Apr | 26°C | 15°C | 165 mm |
| May | 23°C | 11°C | 120 mm |
| Jun | 21°C | 8°C | 105 mm |
| Jul | 21°C | 7°C | 65 mm |
| Aug | 22°C | 8°C | 55 mm |
| Sep | 25°C | 11°C | 55 mm |
| Oct | 26°C | 14°C | 90 mm |
| Nov | 28°C | 17°C | 120 mm |
| Dec | 29°C | 19°C | 140 mm |
Murwillumbah Weather FAQ
What is Murwillumbah's climate like?
Murwillumbah has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are warm and humid with frequent thunderstorms, autumns are mild but the wettest part of the year, winters are dry and cool, and spring is warming and generally pleasant. The town sits in the Tweed Valley about 30 minutes inland from the Gold Coast.
When does it rain most in Murwillumbah?
Late summer and autumn — February, March and April — are typically the wettest months. The combination of moist tropical air and slow-moving low pressure systems can produce sustained heavy rainfall. June through September is the dry season with significantly less rainfall.
When is flood season in Murwillumbah?
Flood risk peaks during the late-summer and autumn wet period, typically February to April. The Tweed River catchment can rise quickly when sustained heavy rain combines with high tides. Always check current Bureau of Meteorology warnings if heavy rain is forecast. See our flooding guide for property-buyer-relevant detail.
What is the best time of year to visit Murwillumbah?
Late winter through spring (August to November) is generally considered the best time to visit. The weather is mild, rainfall is low, and the Tweed Valley landscape is at its greenest after the wet season. Summer can be hot and humid; autumn is beautiful but the wettest.
How hot does Murwillumbah get in summer?
Summer maximums in Murwillumbah typically sit between 28°C and 32°C, with humidity making it feel warmer. Heatwaves can push temperatures into the mid-to-high 30s, but the coastal influence usually keeps extreme heat shorter than further inland.
Does Murwillumbah ever get frost or snow?
Snow is essentially unheard of at this altitude. Light frost is very rare in the town itself but can occur on cold winter mornings in higher-elevation properties around the Tweed Valley. Winter overnight minimums in the town centre rarely drop below 5°C.