Monkey Mia 2024 Climate Summary
Monkey Mia's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
The temperature profile shows a range from 13.6°C lows in the coldest months to 38.1°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 13.5°C.
The wettest month is Jun (88mm), and the driest is Jan (0mm). This creates an annual total of 243mm distributed across about 28 rain days.
Compared to the Western Australia average, Monkey Mia is 2.1°C warmer. Its annual rainfall of 243mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Monkey Mia. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Monkey Mia'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 Monkey Mia's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Monkey Mia reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 29.6°C, while the average minimum is 19.6°C. This 10.0°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Monkey Mia showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 243mm, 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 | 33.5 | 22.3 | 0 | 0 | 30.4 | 35% |
| February | 38.1 | 25.5 | 40 | 2 | 26.5 | 27% |
| March | 35.2 | 24.4 | 6 | 1 | 23.4 | 29% |
| April | 32.9 | 22.8 | 0 | 0 | 19.9 | 21% |
| May | 27.8 | 18.8 | 17 | 2 | 15.5 | 30% |
| June | 21.6 | 16.0 | 88 | 9 | 11.7 | 61% |
| July | 20.7 | 13.6 | 44 | 5 | 13.8 | 55% |
| August | 23.0 | 14.9 | 15 | 3 | 16.5 | 45% |
| September | 28.0 | 17.4 | 1 | 0 | 23.1 | 25% |
| October | 29.3 | 17.9 | 4 | 2 | 25.6 | 32% |
| November | 30.9 | 19.7 | 14 | 2 | 28.1 | 32% |
| December | 34.2 | 22.2 | 14 | 2 | 29.5 | 33% |