Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Airlie Beach, QLD 4802

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Airlie Beach, QLD 4802

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Airlie Beach, located in postcode 4802. Using the nearest weather station data from HAMILTON ISLAND at an elevation of 23 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1985 and the latest recorded data in 2023, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Airlie Beach experiences summers that have reached up to 38.5 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as 11.4 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 18.4 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 0 days less than 2 degrees C. These fluctuations underscore the importance of a reliable air conditioning service that can handle both extremes.

In the hotter months, we notice an average humidity level around 78% at 9am and 74% at 3pm, which can significantly impact home comfort on hot days. So a well-rounded Aircon system won't just keep your home cool, it will also help manage these humidity levels. Additionally, Airlie Beach experiences wind speeds of up to 20 km/h, making a smart HVAC system, Split System Air Conditioner, Evaporative Cooler, or Ducted Air Conditioning that can adjust to external factors an excellent investment.

Temperature & Weather in Airlie Beach

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Airlie Beach 4802

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

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Avg Days Over 30°C
Avg Days Over 35°C
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Average Number of Hot Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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3 Star Energy Rating
5 Star Energy Rating
7 Star Energy Rating
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Energy Consumption (kW)

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Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Airlie Beach

Whitsunday Sheetmetal

Whitsunday Sheetmetal

6 Nicol St, 4800

Stay comfortable all year round with Whitsunday Sheetmetal

BDD Electrical (Proserpine Cannonvale Bowen)

BDD Electrical (Proserpine Cannonvale Bowen)

Proserpine, 140 Patullo Rd, 4800

Quality Electrical Solutions for Your Needs

Reef Cool Air Conditioning

Reef Cool Air Conditioning

9 / 21-23 Carlo Drive, 4802

Stay cool, stay warm, with Reef Cool!

Nauticool Airconditioning

Nauticool Airconditioning

5/11 Shute Harbour Rd, 4802

Stay Cool, Stay Warm with Nauticool

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Airlie Beach
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Airlie Beach: Hamilton Island - approx. 1.4 km

Split System 5 Star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Airlie Beach

Tailored Energy Solutions

Tailored Energy Solutions

5 William Murray Drive, 4802

Tailored Energy Solutions: Powering Your Future

Xscape2 The Smart Solution Service

Xscape2 The Smart Solution Service

Cannon Valley, 4800

Efficient. Sustainable. Reliable.

Powered By Murphy

Powered By Murphy

16 Carlo Dr, 4802

Your Trusted Electrical Solution

Proserpine Electrical Services

Proserpine Electrical Services

2 Holmes Street, 4800

Your Trusted Partner In The Electrical Services Industry

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Airlie Beach, 4802

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

29°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Airlie Beach uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Island), which is at an elevation of 23 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Airlie Beach’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

66 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Airlie Beach uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Island), which is at an elevation of 23 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Airlie Beach will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

74%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Airlie Beach uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Island), which is at an elevation of 23 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Airlie Beach’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

4,213

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4802 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4802 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$547 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 547.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 4802, due to an energy-efficient 7-star air conditioning split system compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Airlie Beach, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

2,189 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2190kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 4802, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated air conditioning system when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Airlie Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

25,283 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4802 each day if all 4214 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Airlie Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$6,320 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4214 each day if all Airlie Beach homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Airlie Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,307,164 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4802 each year if all 4214 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Airlie Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

6,736 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4802 each year if all 4214 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 4802 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

94,316 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4802 each year if all 4214 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

56,143,121 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4802 each year if all 4214 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Airlie Beach and the postcode of 4802 has a total 4214 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Airlie Beach 2506 are houses, 478 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 949 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 31% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 36%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 31%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2% of census results did not specify the number of bedrooms

Typically we see that the bigger the home, then the more it costs to heat and cool, and with 2.3 number of people per household and with 55% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 4802, investing in energy-efficient air conditioning will make a significant difference to energy savings here.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach, located in QLD 4802, is a stunning coastal town known for its tropical climate and beautiful beaches. The average weather in Airlie Beach is warm and humid throughout the year, making it an ideal destination for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The average maximum temperature in Airlie Beach varies by month. In the summer months of December to February, the average maximum temperature ranges from 30 to 31 degrees Celsius. The hottest month in Airlie Beach is typically January, with temperatures reaching up to 32 degrees Celsius. In the cooler months of June to August, the average maximum temperature ranges from 23 to 25 degrees Celsius.

With the warm climate in Airlie Beach, efficient cooling systems are essential. Split system air-conditioning is a popular choice for residents and businesses in the area. Split systems provide effective cooling while being energy-efficient, which is important for reducing electricity costs in the long run. Additionally, considering the abundance of sunlight in Airlie Beach, harnessing solar power to run the air-conditioning unit can further enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

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