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Macquarie Hills Weather

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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australian News Desk Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

☀️14°C
Clear skyMacquarie HillsFeels like 10° · Wind 17 km/h · Humidity 56%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 06:54Sunset 17:03
Today☀️16°💧0%
Tue17°💧0%
Wed🌦️14°💧46%
Thu🌦️18°14°💧72%
Fri🌦️18°13°💧70%
Sat🌦️18°11°💧35%
Sun🌦️17°12°💧25%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Plan your day in Macquarie Hills by checking the live forecast above – conditions here shift quickly with sea breezes off Lake Macquarie and inland valley effects, making morning and afternoon quite different.

What’s the weather like in Macquarie Hills today?

The live forecast above gives you the current temperature, humidity and wind. Macquarie Hills sits in a temperate climate with warm summers (average highs around 28°C) and mild winters (average lows near 8°C). Sea breezes often arrive by mid-afternoon, dropping the temperature a few degrees and bumping up humidity. For a statewide overview, visit our Australia weather hub.

How does Macquarie Hills compare to nearby areas?

If you’re looking at Macquarie Park weather hourly, you’ll find Sydney’s Macquarie Park is generally a few degrees warmer due to being further inland. For a more detailed look at that region, see our Sydney weather page. And if you’re planning a trip north, you can check Brisbane weather for travel conditions.

LocationLake Macquarie region, 15 km south-west of Newcastle, NSW
Climate typeTemperate (Cfa) – warm summers, mild winters
Average annual rainfallApproximately 1100 mm, fairly spread through the year
Typical sea breeze arrivalEarly to mid-afternoon, shifting wind to east-southeast
What should I wear today in Macquarie Hills?

Check the live forecast above for current temperature and wind. In summer, light clothing with a jacket for evening sea breezes. In winter, layers are essential – mornings can be cool but afternoons may warm up quickly.

How does Macquarie Hills weather differ from Macquarie Park in Sydney?

Macquarie Park weather hourly shows a more urban heat-island effect, while Macquarie Hills enjoys coastal moderation. For a 10-day outlook on Macquarie Park, see our Sydney weather page. The two suburbs share similar seasonal patterns but with different microclimates.

Where can I find the Macquarie Hills weather 14 day forecast?

The live forecast above shows current conditions. For a 14-day outlook, use the Bureau of Meteorology’s extended forecast for Lake Macquarie, or check the Elders Weather link in our Sources section below. Those sources provide reliable long-range trends.