Cyclist Comfort Index – The Weather Project

Cyclist Comfort Index

A visual index of riding comfort across Australia, scaled from 0 (comfortable) to 120+ (highly uncomfortable).

The Cyclist Comfort Index blends several key weather parameters — temperature, apparent temperature, wind speed, rainfall rate, and extremes — into a single score. Low scores represent ideal riding conditions. Higher scores indicate increased discomfort, ranging from mild to hazardous.

How to Use:

  • ✅ Values below 50 typically indicate very good conditions for most riders
  • ✅ Scores between 50–100 suggest moderate discomfort (e.g. wind or chill)
  • ✅ Values applicable to other outdoor pursuits like Tennis or Cricket - albeit these sports are less wind sensitive
  • ⚠ Scores over 100 often reflect rain, heat stress, or gusty winds
  • ❌ Does not account for UV, traffic, or personal fitness level

Maps update regularly to reflect forecast conditions during common daylight riding windows. More detail and hourly updates are available with membership access.

New South Wales

Cyclist Comfort New South Wales

Victoria

Cyclist Comfort Victoria

Queensland

Cyclist Comfort Queensland

South Australia

Cyclist Comfort South Australia

Western Australia

Cyclist Comfort Western Australia

Tasmania

Cyclist Comfort Tasmania

Northern Territory

Cyclist Comfort Northern Territory
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