Best Time to Visit Norfolk Island
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Norfolk Island.
Norfolk Island does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around February (22.5°C / 72.5°F) and November (72 mm / 2.8 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers July–January, while the wetter half runs through February–June. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 16°C / 60.8°F in July to 22.5°C / 72.5°F in February, and monthly rainfall from 72 mm / 2.8 in (November) to 123 mm / 4.8 in (March). Norfolk Island's climate is broadly mild oceanic. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Norfolk Island can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 19.8°C67.6°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| January | 22°C71.6°F | 91 mm3.6″ | Tropical |
| December | 21.1°C70°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
No month in Norfolk Island fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Norfolk Island?
Norfolk Island doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on November (driest, ~72 mm / 2.8 in) and February (warmest, 22.5°C / 72.5°F). Regional variation within Norfolk Island can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Norfolk Island?
The rainy season in Norfolk Island runs through February–June, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 96 mm / 3.8 in. The wettest single month is March, averaging 123 mm / 4.8 in.
What is the dry season in Norfolk Island?
The drier half of the year in Norfolk Island covers July–January, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 96 mm / 3.8 in. The driest single month is November with about 72 mm / 2.8 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Norfolk Island?
The least comfortable months for travel in Norfolk Island — based on our climate data — are March, April, May, June, July, August, September. These are Norfolk Island's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 123 mm / 4.8 in in March, and temperatures bottom out at 16°C / 60.8°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Norfolk Island?
Shoulder-season months in Norfolk Island — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.