January Rainfall and Precipitation in The Kimberley

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Kimberley, Australia in January.

The Kimberley, Australia, a region in Australia, experiences in January precipitation ranging from a high 133 mm (5.2 in) in Halls Creek to a heavy 215 mm (8.5 in) in Derby.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Kimberley precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Kimberley, Australia receive in January?

Broome is characterized by its unpredictable weather, often receiving about 172 mm (6.8 in) of rain, which leads to frequent and sudden showers.

How many days does it rain in the Kimberley, Australia in January?

Rainfall in Broome typically falls on roughly 11 days days in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in the Kimberley, Australia?

Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Kimberley, Australia.

What is the wettest city in January in the Kimberley, Australia?

Based on our records, Derby receives the most rainfall in the Kimberley, Australia in January, averaging about 215 mm (8.5 in).

What is the driest city in January in the Kimberley, Australia?

In our records, Halls Creek stands out as the driest city in the Kimberley, Australia for January, averaging just 133 mm (5.2 in).

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