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Whitehaven beach

Australia

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BEST OF THE BEST BEACH

A STUNNING ADSTRACT SCENE OF WHITE AND TURQUOISE

Previously voted the World's Best Beach, Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays, Queensland, stands out as one of the most remote and unspoiled beaches in the world. Stretching over 7 km, this beach is renowned for its incredibly fine sand, which consists of 98.9% pure silica and squeaks under your bare feet. The vivid turquoise waters contrast sharply with the snow-white sand, creating a stunning, almost abstract scene that leaves everyone who visits speechless. Situated in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and accessible only by boat, seaplane, or helicopter, Whitehaven Beach remains completely secluded and utterly pristine. The pure beauty of the colors and its untouched nature ensure Whitehaven retains its status as one of The Best of The Best.

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EASY TO ENTER

The water at Whitehaven beach is very easy to enter, with calm waters and a sandy bottom.

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OFTEN CALM WATER

The ocean at Whitehaven beach is usually very calm, making it easy to relax in the water.

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NOT TOO CROWDED

Whitehaven beach is never too crowded, making it very peaceful.

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Tourism Australia

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Tourism Australia

T "This uninhabited slice of paradise has silky white sand and crystal clear turquoise water!"

-MELISSA LAU, @WANDERFULTRAVELER

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Whitehaven beach WEATHER AVERAGES

AVG. HIGH AVG. LOW RAINY DAYS
JANUARY 29 ° 25 ° 10.6
FEBRUARY 29 ° 25 ° 10.3
MARCH 28 ° 25 ° 7.4
APRIL 26 ° 23 ° 4.1
MAY 24 ° 21 ° 3
JUNE 22 ° 19 ° 1.9
JULY 21 ° 18 ° 1.1
AUGUST 22 ° 19 ° 1.2
SEPTEMBER 24 ° 21 ° 1.1
OCTOBER 26 ° 22 ° 2.3
NOVEMBER 28 ° 24 ° 4.8
DECEMBER 29 ° 25 ° 7.8
IN-DEPTH Whitehaven beach WEATHER DATA icon

THE PERFECT DAY AT Whitehaven beach



The best time to visit Whitehaven Beach and the Whitsundays is during spring, which is from September through November. During this time, the temperatures are comfortable, and the weather is generally dry. This is also the peak season for incredible sailing experiences in the area, with the added bonus of spotting some humpback whales. We recommend an overnight sailing tour, so you have ample time to explore and witness the colors of the area change throughout the day. However, it is worth mentioning that December has the Christmas Holiday, which brings more crowds to the area.