Question 1

Is Mackay safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Mackay, Australia “safe”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Mackay in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Mackay averages about 21°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Mackay?

Accepted Answer

Mackay is warmest in Jan and driest in Sep; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	27	26	26	24	21	18	17	18	21	24	26	26
Sea °C	28	28	28	26	24	22	21	21	23	25	26	28
Rain (days)	255	255	255	140	105	47	40	34	24	55	104	190

Mackay, Australia

Climate by month