Meekatharra 2024 Climate Summary
Meekatharra'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 7.9°C up to 41.0°C, with a notable 18.1°C difference between the warmest and coldest periods.
Jun brings the heaviest precipitation at 73mm, contrasting sharply with Feb's mere 2mm. The city receives 299mm annually over approximately 41 rain days.
Meekatharra runs 2.4°C warmer than the Western Australia average. The 299mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Meekatharra. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Meekatharra'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 Meekatharra's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Meekatharra reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 29.9°C, while the average minimum is 17.4°C. This 12.5°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Meekatharra showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 299mm, 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 | 38.4 | 25.4 | 30 | 4 | 26.7 | 19% |
| February | 41.0 | 27.0 | 2 | 1 | 28.2 | 10% |
| March | 32.2 | 20.9 | 33 | 6 | 20.6 | 34% |
| April | 28.1 | 16.5 | 37 | 6 | 18.3 | 26% |
| May | 25.7 | 13.6 | 9 | 2 | 15.6 | 21% |
| June | 19.6 | 10.6 | 73 | 7 | 10.9 | 49% |
| July | 19.6 | 7.9 | 14 | 4 | 14.5 | 31% |
| August | 23.3 | 10.6 | 5 | 2 | 17.8 | 30% |
| September | 27.3 | 13.9 | 10 | 2 | 21.5 | 18% |
| October | 32.1 | 17.7 | 2 | 1 | 25.7 | 16% |
| November | 33.8 | 20.3 | 45 | 3 | 27.4 | 18% |
| December | 37.5 | 24.6 | 38 | 3 | 28.1 | 18% |