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Rainfall in Townsville by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Townsville ranges from 0.4 - 11.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Townsville when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Townsville by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Townsville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 66.2 F).

How long is the flight to Townsville?

On average, a flight from New York to Townsville takes 40 hours 32 minutes. Flights to Townsville from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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Townsville, Australia climate

Townsville has a tropical climate, and, thanks to its geographical location, it has less rainfall than other parts of the tropics. Townsville gets more than 300 sunny days per year. The winters (June to August) are warm with occasional rain, and the summers (December to February) are hot and humid. Late October and November can see “build-up” thunderstorms, while Late-December to early April gets most rainfall. Tropical hurricanes (and then flooding) are a threat during these months.

Best Time to Fly to Townsville, Australia

Peak Season: 

High season times are April to October, Christmas, Easter and the school vacations. 

Off Season: 

The end of January to the end of March, and October to early December are low seasons in Townsville.

Getting around Townsville, Australia

Taxis and car-rental companies are available at the airport. There’s also an Airport Shuttle bus that travels to various hotels and motels, the Strand and City, Sunferries, the Transit Center and the Coral Princess cruise company. Sunbus runs the bus service. There are regular ferry services to Magnetic Island and Palm Island.

Townsville, Australia Travel Information

  • You can swim year round in Horseshoe Bay on Magnetic Island; there are stinger nets offshore. 
  • The Perc Tucker Regional Gallery concentrates on artwork relevant to North Queensland and the Tropics. 
  • Strand Ephemera, a biennial event, places sculptural artworks and other art along Townsville’s beachfront strip. 
  • The Great Green Way is a road trip that starts in Townsville and ends in Cairns. The 217-mile journey winds through 12 national parks and more than 20 tropical islands. Stops along the way include Charters Towers, Paluma National Park, Wallaman Falls (Australia’s highest single-drop waterfall), Hinchinbrook Island (the largest island national park with stunning Mission Beach), Innisfail, Wooroonooran National Park and, finally, Cairns. 
  • There are plenty of opportunities to shop in Townsville. There’s a night market on the first Friday of every month at The Strand Park on the foreshore, Cotters Markets, an arts-and-crafts market, are on Sunday mornings in the Flinders Street Mall, the Willows Rotary Markets are held at the Willows Shoppingtown Carpark on Sundays, and the Horseshoe Bay Markets on Magnetic Island are every Sunday morning.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Townsville?

    Booking a flight to Townsville (TSV) is your only option if you intend on flying to Townsville. It is only a 2.8 mi journey from Townsville to Townsville’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Townsville if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Townsville on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Townsville?

    Townsville is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Townsville. One-way flights to Townsville typically cost $155, while round-trip flights cost around $378.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Townsville?

    A round-trip flight to Townsville will typically cost around $378, however they can be found for as little as $378.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Townsville depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Townsville, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Townsville have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Townsville can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Townsville?

    Yes. Townsville has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 3 Bedroom home near the airport is the closest property to Townsville (1.0 mi away from Townsville).

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