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Karratha Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The weather in Karratha sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be very warm at the high end to roughly warm at the low end. Karratha has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Karratha, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in March to a comfortable 25°C in July.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 18°C in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Karratha typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 345 mm. The seasons in Karratha, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 96 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 7 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, October, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.6 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Karratha Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Karratha

Thursday
13 Feb
Light rain
Light rain
33°C
1.7 mm
Friday
14 Feb
Light rain
Light rain
30°C
3.2 mm
Saturday
15 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
32°C
0 mm

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Karratha in Australia

During the months of June and July you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Karratha have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July, August, September, October and November are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Karratha?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Karratha?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Karratha?
    February tops the wettest month list with 96 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Karratha?
    October is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.