City in Western Australia, Australia
Perth weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Perth
Oct–Nov and Mar–Apr are warm and sunny. Dec–Feb is hot, often 35–40°C; Jun–Aug is cooler and wetter. Bushfire smoke possible in summer.
Perth weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°18 mm
- Feb27°17 mm
- Mar26°20 mm
- Apr23°34 mm
- May21°84 mm
- Jun19°113 mm
- Jul18°128 mm
- Aug18°106 mm
- Sep18°70 mm
- Oct20°32 mm
- Nov22°25 mm
- Dec24°12 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C79°F | 19°C67°F | 18 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C80°F | 20°C68°F | 17 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C78°F | 19°C66°F | 20 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 34 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| May | 21°C69°F | 16°C60°F | 84 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| June | 19°C66°F | 14°C58°F | 113 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| July | 18°C64°F | 14°C56°F | 128 mm | 73% | Cool |
| August | 18°C64°F | 13°C56°F | 106 mm | 74% | Cool |
| September | 18°C64°F | 13°C56°F | 70 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 14°C58°F | 32 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 22°C72°F | 16°C61°F | 25 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C76°F | 18°C64°F | 12 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Perth?
Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Oct–Nov and Mar–Apr are warm and sunny. Dec–Feb is hot, often 35–40°C; Jun–Aug is cooler and wetter. Bushfire smoke possible in summer.
When is the rainy season in Perth?
Rain peaks in July with about 128 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Perth?
February, with average highs of 27°C (80°F).
How cold does Perth get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 13°C (56°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.