Climate for Station: Maryborough, Queensland, Australia

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Maryborough

Queensland, Australia

2026-03-01 12:27

26.7°C

Feels 28.7°C

H: 26.9°C / L: 23.7°C

Precip: 0.16mm | Wind: 26.6 kph

▼ 2.9°C vs historical high

Patchy rain nearby

2026-03-02

H: 26.2°C

L: 23.6°C

Rain: 85%

Rainfall: 3.57mm

Wind: 28.1kph

▼ 3.5°C

2026-03-03

H: 26.7°C

L: 23.7°C

Rain: 89%

Rainfall: 1.77mm

Wind: 29.5kph

▼ 3.2°C

2026-03-04

H: 26.2°C

L: 23.2°C

Rain: 85%

Rainfall: 2.78mm

Wind: 34.2kph

▼ 3.4°C

2026-03-05

H: 27.3°C

L: 24.1°C

Rain: 88%

Rainfall: 2.47mm

Wind: 36kph

▼ 2.3°C

2026-03-06

H: 25.7°C

L: 24.3°C

Rain: 86%

Rainfall: 1.65mm

Wind: 38.5kph

▼ 4.2°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Maryborough, located in Queensland, Australia, exhibits a complex climatic profile with contrasting temperature trends over different time scales. While the all-time data reveals a slight warming, recent years have shown a cooling trend in maximum temperatures. Precipitation patterns have become more evenly distributed, indicating a shift towards less concentrated rainfall events.

Subtropical Climate Dynamics

Maryborough is situated within a humid subtropical climate zone, characterised by hot, humid summers and mild winters. The region's proximity to the coast influences its weather patterns, often moderating extreme temperatures. The all-time temperature trends at Maryborough Airport reveal a slight warming, with highs increasing by 0.24°C (0.43°F) and lows rising by 0.14°C (0.25°F). However, the last decade tells a different story, with maximum temperatures experiencing a cooling trend of -0.96°C (-1.73°F), while minimum temperatures have warmed by 0.49°C (0.88°F). This divergence suggests a complex interplay of regional climatic factors.

Temperature Extremes and Records

Maryborough has experienced notable temperature extremes, with record highs reaching 40.6°C (105.1°F) and lows dipping to -1.4°C (29.5°F). These records highlight the potential for significant thermal variability within the region. The recent cooling trend in maximum temperatures over the past decade contrasts with the long-term warming pattern, indicating potential influences from broader climatic phenomena or localised weather events.

Precipitation Patterns and Distribution

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) offers insights into the distribution of rainfall events. A decrease from a baseline of 14.10 to a current value of 10.99 suggests that rainfall in Maryborough has become more evenly distributed over time. This shift towards less concentrated precipitation events could have implications for water management and agricultural practices in the region, as more evenly distributed rainfall can reduce the risk of flooding and improve soil moisture retention.

Regional Climate Considerations

Maryborough's climatic trends must be considered within the broader context of Australia's climate goals and recent weather events. The nation has been focusing on strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change, including efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience. Recent weather patterns, such as prolonged droughts and intense heatwaves, underscore the importance of understanding local climate dynamics to inform policy and planning.

Interpreting the Data

The contrasting temperature trends over different time scales at Maryborough Airport highlight the importance of nuanced climate analysis. While the all-time data suggests a gradual warming, the recent decade's cooling in maximum temperatures points to potential short-term variability. Understanding these patterns is crucial for developing adaptive strategies to address the challenges posed by climate change in the region.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: -0.25 °C/decade

Low: +1.32 °C/decade

Rain: +0.91 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.26 °C/decade

Low: -0.14 °C/decade

Rain: +0.05 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.17 °C/decade

Low: +0.08 °C/decade

Rain: +0.04 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.24 °C/decade

Low: +0.14 °C/decade

Rain: -0.04 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 57.3%

This Year: 35.0%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 11.9

Historical Average: 16.0

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 84^th percentile

Low: 83^rd percentile

Rain: 57^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -4.5%

Low: +1.4%

Intraday: +4.9%

Data Coverage

54.4%

First Year of Data

1879

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	40.6 °C	—	11.9 °C	31.7 °C	—	8.5 °C	27.7 °C	—	-1.4 °C	359.9 mm	—	—	—
January	39.6 °C	30.7 °C	19.4 °C	31.3 °C	25.6 °C	21.3 °C	27.7 °C	20.8 °C	13.3 °C	250.7 mm	5.2 mm	—	—
February	38.8 °C	30.3 °C	21.3 °C	30.7 °C	25.2 °C	20.6 °C	26.5 °C	20.8 °C	14.4 °C	359.9 mm	6.0 mm	—	—
March	38.0 °C	29.3 °C	21.7 °C	29.4 °C	24.0 °C	19.2 °C	25.5 °C	19.6 °C	11.8 °C	344.4 mm	4.9 mm	—	—
April	34.0 °C	27.4 °C	17.8 °C	27.5 °C	21.6 °C	13.8 °C	24.5 °C	16.9 °C	5.5 °C	167.6 mm	2.8 mm	—	—
May	31.5 °C	24.7 °C	14.4 °C	24.4 °C	18.8 °C	10.6 °C	21.7 °C	13.4 °C	1.9 °C	202.2 mm	2.4 mm	—	—
June	29.7 °C	22.4 °C	11.9 °C	21.9 °C	16.1 °C	8.7 °C	19.4 °C	10.3 °C	-0.6 °C	209.0 mm	2.1 mm	—	—
July	30.1 °C	22.1 °C	12.2 °C	22.3 °C	15.5 °C	8.5 °C	21.7 °C	8.6 °C	-1.4 °C	137.2 mm	1.6 mm	—	—
August	33.1 °C	23.6 °C	13.2 °C	24.6 °C	16.7 °C	9.5 °C	19.5 °C	9.4 °C	-0.8 °C	102.6 mm	1.2 mm	—	—
September	34.7 °C	25.9 °C	16.9 °C	28.3 °C	19.5 °C	13.4 °C	22.0 °C	12.1 °C	1.5 °C	85.1 mm	1.3 mm	—	—
October	39.4 °C	27.7 °C	18.2 °C	29.0 °C	21.8 °C	15.2 °C	23.6 °C	15.4 °C	4.6 °C	283.7 mm	2.3 mm	—	—
November	38.6 °C	29.1 °C	19.4 °C	29.5 °C	23.5 °C	17.9 °C	24.9 °C	17.9 °C	6.6 °C	126.0 mm	2.8 mm	—	—
December	40.6 °C	30.4 °C	21.1 °C	31.7 °C	24.9 °C	17.5 °C	26.3 °C	19.7 °C	11.6 °C	193.8 mm	4.2 mm	—	—