Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Forest Lake, QLD 4078
Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Forest Lake, located in postcode 4078. Using the nearest weather station data from ARCHERFIELD AIRPORT at an elevation of 13 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1929 and the latest recorded data in 2023, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.
Forest Lake experiences summers that have reached up to 43.5 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -2.5 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 17.7 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 1.5 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 66% at 9am and 55% 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, Forest Lake experiences wind speeds of up to 11.8 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 Forest Lake
Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)
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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)
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Average Number of Hot Days
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Average Relative Humidity
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Energy Consumption (kW)
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Air Conditioning & Solar Production
Daily Avg Sunshine in Forest Lake
Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forest Lake: Archerfield Airport - approx. 1.2 km
Est Daily Split System Cooling Offset By Solar Power
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Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Forest Lake, 4078
Demographics
Forest Lake and the postcode of 4078 has a total 8886 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Forest Lake 8050 are houses, 689 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 144 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 47% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 47%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 4%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 1% 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 2.8 number of people per household and with 66% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 4078, investing in energy-efficient air conditioning will make a significant difference to energy savings here.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Forest Lake
Located in Forest Lake, QLD 4078, this suburb enjoys a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature in Forest Lake is around 24 degrees Celsius, making it an ideal location for cooling solutions like air-conditioning and split systems.
The hottest months in Forest Lake are typically December, January, and February, with average maximum temperatures ranging from 29 to 33 degrees Celsius. These high temperatures make it crucial for residents to have efficient cooling systems in place to maintain a comfortable indoor environment.
When it comes to cooling solutions, split systems are a popular choice in Forest Lake. Split systems offer the advantage of providing both cooling and heating capabilities, making them suitable for year-round use. Additionally, considering the abundant sunshine in Queensland, residents can also explore the possibility of powering their split systems with solar energy, reducing their carbon footprint and energy costs.