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Western Australia Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Western Australia, Australia in October.

Are you planning a trip a to Western Australia, Australia in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Western Australia in October

Western Australia, Australia is a region in Australia. Western Australia, Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Lavers Hill at 17°C (63°F) to very hot in Kununurra at 39°C (102°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Kununurra and 9°C (48°F) in Lavers Hill.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Western Australia, Australia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Exmouth with an average of 0.5 mm (0.02 in) to moderate rainfall in Lavers Hill with 84 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Perth enjoys approximately 298 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Western Australia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Western Australia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Perth)

Best Places to Visit in Western Australia in October

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

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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 Western Australia

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Western Australia, Australia?

Temperature range in Western Australia (October)

Precipitation variation in Western Australia (October)

Perth

In October Perth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
298 hours
318 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Fremantle

In October Fremantle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
298 hours
318 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Margaret River

In October Margaret River generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Albany

In October Albany generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
189 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Broome

In October Broome generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
311 hours
339 hours
338 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Western Australia in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Perth 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Fremantle 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Margaret River 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Albany 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Broome 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Denmark 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

Western Australia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Western Australia, Australia in October?

Western Australia, Australia typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Perth average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Western Australia, Australia in October?

Daytime temperatures in Perth peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in October, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Western Australia, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Western Australia, Australia. Perth averages only about 32 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Western Australia, Australia?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Western Australia, Australia with overall perfect weather in Perth. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, April, May, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Perth. On the other hand, the month of July tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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