Esperance 2024 Climate Summary
Esperance's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
Temperature extremes span from 10.2°C up to 26.5°C, with a notable 6.5°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Jul brings the heaviest precipitation at 82mm, contrasting sharply with Apr's mere 10mm. The city receives 466mm annually over approximately 105 rain days.
Compared to the Western Australia average, Esperance is 6.4°C cooler. Its annual rainfall of 466mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Esperance. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Esperance's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Esperance's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Esperance reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 21.1°C, while the average minimum is 13.7°C. This 7.4°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Esperance showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 466mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.2 | 16.7 | 36 | 8 | 24.9 | 58% |
| February | 26.5 | 17.6 | 15 | 5 | 24.0 | 45% |
| March | 23.0 | 16.5 | 34 | 12 | 15.8 | 55% |
| April | 20.8 | 13.6 | 10 | 4 | 13.3 | 49% |
| May | 21.0 | 13.2 | 37 | 6 | 10.8 | 50% |
| June | 17.8 | 12.0 | 66 | 18 | 7.5 | 60% |
| July | 17.2 | 10.2 | 82 | 14 | 9.8 | 56% |
| August | 18.5 | 11.0 | 75 | 12 | 12.7 | 51% |
| September | 18.5 | 11.0 | 21 | 4 | 17.0 | 55% |
| October | 21.9 | 12.9 | 36 | 5 | 22.9 | 50% |
| November | 21.5 | 13.7 | 38 | 10 | 22.0 | 50% |
| December | 23.4 | 15.9 | 16 | 7 | 26.5 | 52% |