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Is Airlie Beach Good In July?

Updated Mon 12 Dec 2022

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Yes! July is an excellent time to visit Airlie Beach as the weather is clear, cool and with plenty of sunshine to get your daily dose of vitamin D! There are lots of exciting activities for you to enjoy too - whether that’s underwater, along the white silica sands, rainforests or up in the air! Plus, festivals are lined up in July, so there really is something for everyone in the bustling township!


Airlie Beach Weather in July

The weather in July is dry with very little to no chance of rainfall. It’s the perfect time to get your vitamin D out in the boats as you go sailing or cruising just before you swim, paddleboard, snorkel and scuba dive into a magnificent underwater world!

A blue water inlet with sands, stone and trees in the sun

Airlie Beach Temperature in July

The daily average temperature in Airlie Beach in July can range between 18C to 23C. During this month, you get your daily dose of sunshine for about 7 to 8 hours a day. That’s plenty of time to make the most out of your day-tour adventures out in the crystal clear waters of the sea or in the rainforests.

Airlie Beach Water Temperature in July

If you’ve never been to Airlie Beach, you might be wondering ‘Can you swim at Airlie Beach in July?” The simple answer is yes! Water temperatures at Airlie Beach in July remain between 22C to 23C and tours to the reef provide all the equipment you need like wetsuits to help keep you warm in your underwater adventures! It's still a refreshing dip in the Whitsunday waters, whether it's summer, winter or spring! 

aerial view of the Whitsundays beach


Airlie Beach Events in July


Aside from a bustling and energetic nightlife, Airlie Beach boasts of lively festivals that visitors love attending like:

Airlie Beach Children’s Festival

The event is lined up for the June and July school holidays! It’s a perfect time to take the kids out to expend their energy, build sandcastles and enjoy family-friendly activities!

Airlie Beach Running Festival

The event invites you to a 21km Half Marathon, the Fun Run and Port of Airlie 10km run, a 5km run for the Corporate Team Challenge and another 5km run by Balance Podiatry! Just picture yourself in a marathon with the gentle and cool wind against your face amidst the view of cyan waters, blue sky and soft white sands!

A family walking down the beach sands of Whitehaven beach


Tours you should book in July


Solway Voyager 3 Days & 2 Nights 


Sail like a true islander in this one-of-a-kind tail ship that has a rich history that goes back as far as 115 years ago in 1902! Treat yourself to a social and extraordinary backpacker cruise as the billowing sails, wooden details and friendly crew make your cruise an unforgettable and personalised adventure! You even get to swing from the Tarzan rope off the Solway ship!

With rooms for up to 32 guests, the tour combines adventure, comfort and history with spacious decks, mouth-watering meals and drinks prepared by your crew on board as you head out to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet to explore the open sea! 

Alternatively, you can also book the Solway Lass Private Charter for your exclusive events to celebrate upcoming birthday parties, anniversaries and celebrations!

traveller swinging off the rope of a boat


Fly & Raft - Northern Exposure or Southern Lights

Begin your day with a scenic flight above the jaw-dropping view of the islands and the Great Barrier Reef, then feast your eyes on the iconic Heart Reef and the mind-blowing Whitehaven Beach just before you go ocean rafting in the azure waters in the Whitsundays! 

You have access to the necessary special permits to hop from one tropical destination to the next, including the swirling sands of Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach! Get ready for a wild adventure in paradise!

aerial shot of the Whitsundays beach from a scenic flight


CW Great Barrier Reef Tour from Airlie Beach

Treat yourself to an incredible exploration of the outer reef through the Whitsundays. Jump on board our spacious and luxurious Cruise Whitsundays boat as we make our way to some of nature’s best delights!

You have the choice of departing from Hamilton Island or Daydream Island, then, you'll go cruising towards Hardy Reef where the real adventure starts! Are you ready for a jam-packed day full of fun and water adventures?!

a photo of marine life in the Whitsundays


Reefsuites Underwater Hotel


Discover the Great Barrier Reef and immerse yourself in an exclusive and breathtaking underwater wonderland like never before! Even celebrity hunk Zac Efron can’t forget about his stay at the underwater hotel while shooting an episode for Down to Earth Season 2!

You won’t believe you can fall asleep and wake up in a luxurious private king or (private twin suite) against the backdrop of a panoramic, floor-to-ceiling glass underwater view of the reefs until you're actually there! 

woman sitting on her bed in an underwater hotel


Reefsleep Great Barrier Experience

Not many people can say they’ve fallen asleep under the stars, woken up to the sunrise and watched the sunset on a modern pontoon right next to the Outer Great Barrier Reef!

Aside from a heavenly outdoor sleep experience, you can snorkel, scuba dive and rub shoulders with vibrant corals and the Great 8! It’s the only tour of its kind in the Whitsundays, offering both luxurious and adventurous activities!


Whitsunday Bullet

Experience the ride of your life on an eco-friendly and speedy catamaran in the Whitsundays!

With innovative and fuel-efficient BMW diesel engines, the boat gives you less vibration and a quieter cruise along the tropical paradise! Most of all, it reduces your carbon footprint on your way to snorkel, paddleboard or scuba dive into the Whitsunday's vibrant fringing reefs where you get to rub shoulders with local marine life! 

woman on a boat wearing a white sundress and looking out into the beach

Combining comfort and state-of-the-art design with an awning that gives you plenty of shade, Whitsunday Bullet takes you on an informative tour with the crew! You’ve got delicious gourmet buffet lunch onboard prepared with the very best of local ingredients as well as wetsuits, snorkel gear, and paddleboards!


Whitsundays Falls to Paradise

Our crew will pick you up from the main street of Airlie Beach for an informative tour just before you embark on a half-day exclusive trip! You’ll then be whisked off to indulge in the pristine freshwater of Cedar Creek Falls where you can go on a bushwalk into the rainforests and appreciate its rich flora and fauna!

Soak in the panoramic ocean views next to the white sand as you treat yourself to lunch and complimentary drinks from Northerlies Bar & Grill! There’s no better way to cap off your day in the paradise of Airlie Beach!

woman wearing a sundress and a sunhat sitting on a tree branch looking at the waterfalls

Skydive Whitehaven Beach


Indulge in a 20-minute scenic flight over Airlie Beach and Whitsundays just before you jump into a 220 km/hr freefall for up to 1 minute! Then float under a canopy for 5-7 minutes soaking up breathtaking views of the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Island and Hamilton Island!

High-quality media packages for your videos and photos are included, plus you'll receive skydiving instruction and a certificate of achievement from professional trainers!

an aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef aboard a scenic flight

If it’s you’re first time travelling to the Whitsundays, check out how to get to Airlie Beach and read through a couple of things that you can do from our local travel experts!


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