Lord Howe Island
A volcanic remnant so protected that only a few hundred visitors are allowed on it at a time, the world’s southernmost coral reef for snorkelling straight off the beach, and a twin-peaked mountain that dominates every view on the island.
The best time to visit Lord Howe Island is Sep–May, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F). Local time there is 05:41 (UTC+10:30).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 74°F · rain 2.4in · 14.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C74°F | 61mm2.4in | 14.0h14.0h | in the recommended window |
| February | 24°C75°F | 112mm4.4in | 13.2h13.2h | in the recommended window |
| March | 23°C74°F | 126mm5.0in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| April | 22°C72°F | 92mm3.6in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
| May | 21°C69°F | 118mm4.6in | 10.5h10.5h | in the recommended window |
| June | 19°C66°F | 91mm3.6in | 10.1h10.1h | |
| July | 18°C65°F | 139mm5.5in | 10.3h10.3h | |
| August | 18°C64°F | 86mm3.4in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| September | 18°C65°F | 97mm3.8in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| October | 19°C67°F | 97mm3.8in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| November | 21°C69°F | 97mm3.8in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
| December | 22°C72°F | 86mm3.4in | 14.2h14.2h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- AUD · Australian dollar
- Language
- English
- Plug
- I
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Lord Howe Island?
The best time to visit Lord Howe Island is Sep–May, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F).
How warm does Lord Howe Island get?
Typical daytime highs in Lord Howe Island are Mar–May 22°C (72°F), Jun–Aug 18°C (65°F), Sep–Nov 19°C (67°F), Dec–Feb 23°C (74°F).
Is Lord Howe Island expensive?
On the ground, Lord Howe Island is high-end.
What sort of trip is Lord Howe Island good for?
Lord Howe Island is good for landscape doing the heavy lifting, sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing.