Kimberley Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Kimberley, Australia in August.

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Broome Kununurra Derby Wyndham

Planning a trip to the Kimberley, Australia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Kimberley in August

The Kimberley, Australia is a region in Australia. August in the Kimberley generally has very warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Broome to 34°C (93°F) in Kununurra. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Kununurra and 19°C (66°F) in Broome. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across the Kimberley, Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 2.7 mm (0.1 in) in Broome.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Broome enjoys approximately 321 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Kimberley in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Kimberley.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Kimberley

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Kimberley, Australia?

Temperature range in the Kimberley (August)

Precipitation variation in the Kimberley (August)

Broome

In August Broome generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
307 hours
321 hours
311 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Broome →

Kununurra

In August Kununurra generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kununurra →

Derby

In August Derby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Derby →

Wyndham

In August Wyndham generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Wyndham →

Halls Creek

In August Halls Creek generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
322 hours
317 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Halls Creek →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Kimberley, in Australia.

In our records: Australia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Australia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest August night in Australia dropped to -13°C (9°F) in Thredbo on August 18, 2025.
  • In our records, the coldest August daytime high in Australia was -5°C (23°F) in Thredbo on August 5, 2020.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Kimberley in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Broome 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Kununurra 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Derby 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Wyndham 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Halls Creek 31°C (88°F) 15°C (59°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)

The Kimberley weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kimberley, Australia in August?

the Kimberley, Australia typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Broome average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Kimberley, Australia in August?

In Broome, the average daytime high in August is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

Does the Kimberley, Australia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in the Kimberley, Australia. Broome averages only about 2.7 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Kimberley, Australia?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit the Kimberley, Australia with overall perfect weather in Broome.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Broome. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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