Karratha 2024 Climate Summary
Karratha'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 15.7°C up to 38.8°C, with a notable 10.1°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
The wettest month is Apr (61mm), and the driest is Jan (0mm). This creates an annual total of 181mm distributed across about 24 rain days.
Compared to the Western Australia average, Karratha is 6.5°C warmer. Its annual rainfall of 181mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Karratha. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Karratha'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 Karratha's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Karratha reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 34.0°C, while the average minimum is 22.9°C. This 11.1°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Karratha showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 181mm, 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 | 37.3 | 26.6 | 0 | 0 | 28.4 | 34% |
| February | 38.8 | 27.4 | 6 | 2 | 26.7 | 32% |
| March | 36.1 | 26.8 | 20 | 5 | 24.0 | 35% |
| April | 34.0 | 23.1 | 61 | 3 | 20.9 | 25% |
| May | 31.5 | 20.1 | 7 | 1 | 17.7 | 22% |
| June | 27.1 | 16.7 | 28 | 3 | 15.6 | 36% |
| July | 27.6 | 15.7 | 0 | 0 | 17.4 | 22% |
| August | 29.8 | 17.4 | 13 | 3 | 20.1 | 28% |
| September | 32.7 | 22.1 | 33 | 3 | 22.2 | 26% |
| October | 36.6 | 23.8 | 0 | 0 | 26.7 | 20% |
| November | 38.2 | 26.9 | 3 | 1 | 27.5 | 23% |
| December | 38.7 | 27.8 | 10 | 3 | 27.2 | 30% |