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Backpacking Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

June, May, July

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January, February, March, October, November, December

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Weather

16°C – 23°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Coffee Bay?

The best time to visit Coffee Bay for backpacking is June, May, July, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Coffee Bay

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
68Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°118
February
71Good
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°105
March
72Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°115
April
81Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°83
May
93Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°34
June
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°25
July
93Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°32
August
92Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°35
September
85Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°63
October
77Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°105
November
73Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°119
December
69Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°126

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Coffee Bay

When is the best time to visit Coffee Bay for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Coffee Bay for backpacking is typically in June, May, July, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Coffee Bay?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Coffee Bay, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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