Climate
Fraser Island has a subtropical climate with moderate temperatures. Average coastal temperatures range from 22 to 28 degrees Celsius in December and 14 to 21 degrees Celsius in July, although temperatures can be more extreme inland.
Annual rainfall varies across the island, from 1200mm on the coast to 1800mm inland. The wettest months are from January to March with drier months in winter and spring. Summer storms are common and severe storms occur occasionally.
Walking is recommended between April–September to avoid extreme weather conditions. Weather forecasts are available from the Bureau of Meteorology.
Last updated: 18 October 2006
