Rockingham 2024 Climate Summary
Understanding Rockingham's climate patterns is essential for planning your stay. The city experiences a distinctive seasonal rhythm that shapes its weather throughout the year.
The temperature profile shows a range from 11.1°C lows in the coldest months to 31.6°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 11.4°C.
Rainfall patterns show Jul as the wettest month with 197mm, while Jan receives just 1mm. Annual rainfall totals 718mm, spread across an average of 95 rain days.
Rockingham runs 3.7°C cooler than the Western Australia average. The 718mm annual rainfall aligns closely with regional patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Rockingham. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Rockingham'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 Rockingham's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Rockingham reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 23.8°C, while the average minimum is 15.1°C. This 8.7°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Rockingham showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 718mm, 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 | 29.0 | 19.1 | 1 | 0 | 30.1 | 39% |
| February | 31.6 | 20.4 | 10 | 2 | 25.8 | 30% |
| March | 28.4 | 17.3 | 31 | 2 | 22.0 | 36% |
| April | 26.8 | 15.8 | 33 | 1 | 17.0 | 29% |
| May | 23.5 | 14.9 | 90 | 11 | 10.9 | 43% |
| June | 18.5 | 12.1 | 108 | 16 | 9.8 | 58% |
| July | 17.8 | 11.6 | 197 | 20 | 10.0 | 56% |
| August | 17.9 | 12.9 | 142 | 18 | 12.2 | 59% |
| September | 19.7 | 11.1 | 32 | 7 | 19.6 | 52% |
| October | 21.2 | 13.3 | 47 | 9 | 22.8 | 54% |
| November | 23.8 | 14.8 | 20 | 6 | 27.2 | 42% |
| December | 27.9 | 18.2 | 6 | 3 | 29.4 | 37% |