AI-generatedBunbury at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Apr
- Warmest month
- Feb · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 22.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,990 h
- Rain a year
- 657 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Bunbury
Bunbury has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while July is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,990 hours of sunshine a year, Bunbury is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Bunbury
The best time to visit Bunbury is from December to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to March. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to June and from September to December. Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 129 mm.
Bunbury through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Bunbury in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 19–24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Bunbury in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Bunbury in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 21–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Bunbury in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Aug
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: December – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
- Evening, 20:00: about 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
05:3718:29
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:22–06:10 · evening 17:56–18:44
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:12–05:22 · evening 18:44–18:54
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Bunbury compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 20° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The sea warms from 17° to 18°. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 20° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 12° |
| Sea | 17° | 18° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Bunbury in October?
In October, Bunbury is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Bunbury.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 52 min05:37 – 18:29
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %30 %
- Seaweight 25 %7 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %93 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %87 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Bunbury
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Bunbury: score 93 against 48. In February, days are 9 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in February. February has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 17° |
| Sea | 17.5° | 22.1° |
| Sunshine | 8.6 h | 10.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 35 mm | 12 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Bunbury month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
91January30° · Sea 22° · 11.3 h
In January, Bunbury is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in January93February30° · Sea 22° · 10.7 h
In February, Bunbury is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in February92March28° · Sea 22° · 9.1 h
In March, Bunbury is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 24 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in March78April24° · Sea 21° · 7.5 h
In April, Bunbury is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 32 mm. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in April47May21° · Sea 20° · 6.1 h
In May, Bunbury is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 82 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in May23June18° · Sea 19° · 5.4 h
In June, Bunbury is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 113 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in June16July17° · Sea 18° · 5.4 h
In July, Bunbury is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 129 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in July20August18° · Sea 17° · 6.4 h
In August, Bunbury is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 109 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in August25September19° · Sea 17° · 6.9 h
In September, Bunbury is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 73 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in September48October21° · Sea 18° · 8.6 h
In October, Bunbury is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in October77November24° · Sea 19° · 10.0 h
In November, Bunbury is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in November88December27° · Sea 21° · 11.1 h
In December, Bunbury is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Bunbury.
Bunbury in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Bunbury
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in August (9°), the warmest in February (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 91 | 30° | 17° | 21.6° | 11.3 h | 2 | 11 |
| FebruaryFeb | 93 | 30° | 17° | 22.1° | 10.7 h | 2 | 12 |
| MarchMar | 92 | 28° | 16° | 21.8° | 9.1 h | 3 | 24 |
| AprilApr | 78 | 24° | 14° | 20.8° | 7.5 h | 5 | 32 |
| MayMay | 47 | 21° | 12° | 19.8° | 6.1 h | 8 | 82 |
| JuneJun | 23 | 18° | 10° | 18.7° | 5.4 h | 12 | 113 |
| JulyJul | 16 | 17° | 9° | 17.6° | 5.4 h | 14 | 129 |
| AugustAug | 20 | 18° | 9° | 16.7° | 6.4 h | 12 | 109 |
| SeptemberSep | 25 | 19° | 9° | 16.6° | 6.9 h | 10 | 73 |
| OctoberOct | 48 | 21° | 11° | 17.5° | 8.6 h | 6 | 35 |
| NovemberNov | 77 | 24° | 13° | 19.1° | 10.0 h | 4 | 26 |
| DecemberDec | 88 | 27° | 15° | 20.6° | 11.1 h | 2 | 11 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Bunbury
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.7 – 18.4 °C
Swimming season: Dec – Apr
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Bunbury ranges from 16.6 °C in September to 22.1 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to April.
From June to July the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 20.8 and 23.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21.6° | 20.8° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.1° | 20.8° | 23.1° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 21.8° | 21.0° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 20.8° | 20.0° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 19.8° | 18.7° | 20.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 18.7° | 17.7° | 19.4° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 17.6° | 16.8° | 18.6° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.6° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 16.6° | 15.5° | 17.5° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 17.5° | 16.7° | 18.4° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 19.1° | 18.4° | 19.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 20.6° | 19.7° | 21.4° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Bunbury
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.6 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Bunbury, 67 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Bunbury: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Bunbury has about 6 rainy days with 35 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Bunbury
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Bunbury
How breezy and how cloudy Bunbury is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Bunbury typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 45 % of the sky over Bunbury: variable cloud, with about 8.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Bunbury
How often the day gets hot in Bunbury (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Bunbury has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Bunbury
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Bunbury in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Bunbury has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 19).
- 82
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 42
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 19
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 48
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 90
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 11.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 18 h 5 min
- Distance
- 14,590 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Bunbury vs Busselton
In October Bunbury has the better holiday weather (score 48 vs 41). During the day Busselton is 1 °C cooler than Bunbury. The sea is about equally warm. Busselton gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Bunbury | Busselton |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 41 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 20° |
| Sea | 18° | 18° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 |
| Best time | Dec – Apr | Dec – Mar |
Through the year
Australia in October: the best places
In October, Bunbury ranks 25 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Kalgoorlie27°100
- 2Karratha31°26°100
- 3Broken Hill26°100
- 4Mildura26°100
- 5Exmouth30°24°99
- 6Perth24°19°97
- 7Adelaide22°16°94
- 8Hahndorf21°92
- 25BunburyThis page21°18°48
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Frequently asked questions about Bunbury
When is the best time to visit Bunbury?
The best time to visit Bunbury is from December to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Bunbury?
The sea temperature in Bunbury ranges from 16.6 °C in September to 22.1 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to April.
Can you swim in Bunbury in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 17.5 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from December to April.
What is the warmest month in Bunbury?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 17 °C. July is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Bunbury?
Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 129 mm. The driest month is December with 11 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Bunbury get?
Bunbury gets around 2,990 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 11.3 hours a day; in June there are 5.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Bunbury in?
Bunbury is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Bunbury?
A nonstop flight from London to Bunbury takes about 18 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 14,590 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Bunbury?
Bunbury has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 19). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 82, May half-term 42, summer holidays 19, October half-term 48, Christmas holidays 90.