AI-generatedEsperance at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jan · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 20.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,510 h
- Rain a year
- 510 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Esperance
Esperance has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while July is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 2,510 hours of sunshine a year, Esperance is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Esperance
The best time to visit Esperance is from December to March. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 20.2 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to June. Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 67 mm.
Esperance through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Esperance in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 20–24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Esperance in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 25–26 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Esperance in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 21–25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Esperance in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 18–19 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
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 – February
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 – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 16°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
05:1218:04
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 04:56–05:45 · evening 17:31–18:20
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:46–04:56 · evening 18:20–18:30
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 Esperance compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 21° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 12° |
| Sea | 17° | 17° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Esperance in October?
In October, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Esperance.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 53 min05:12 – 18:04
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 27 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %45 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %75 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %80 %
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 Esperance
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Esperance: score 85 against 47. In January, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in January. January has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 85better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 16° |
| Sea | 16.9° | 19.8° |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 4better |
| Rainfall | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Esperance month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
85January26° · Sea 20° · 9.2 h
In January, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 36 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in January83February26° · Sea 20° · 8.0 h
In February, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in February77March25° · Sea 20° · 6.9 h
In March, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in March62April24° · Sea 20° · 5.9 h
In April, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in April39May21° · Sea 19° · 5.2 h
In May, Esperance is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in May21June18° · Sea 18° · 5.3 h
In June, Esperance is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 56 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in June16July18° · Sea 17° · 5.1 h
In July, Esperance is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in July16August19° · Sea 17° · 5.4 h
In August, Esperance is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in August28September20° · Sea 16° · 6.5 h
In September, Esperance is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 49 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in September47October22° · Sea 17° · 7.5 h
In October, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in October64November24° · Sea 18° · 8.3 h
In November, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 34 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in November80December25° · Sea 19° · 9.2 h
In December, Esperance is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Esperance.
Esperance in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Esperance
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 July (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 | 85 | 26° | 16° | 19.8° | 9.2 h | 4 | 36 |
| FebruaryFeb | 83 | 26° | 17° | 20.2° | 8.0 h | 3 | 26 |
| MarchMar | 77 | 25° | 16° | 20.1° | 6.9 h | 5 | 39 |
| AprilApr | 62 | 24° | 14° | 19.7° | 5.9 h | 7 | 36 |
| MayMay | 39 | 21° | 11° | 18.9° | 5.2 h | 8 | 45 |
| JuneJun | 21 | 18° | 10° | 18.1° | 5.3 h | 11 | 56 |
| JulyJul | 16 | 18° | 9° | 17.1° | 5.1 h | 12 | 67 |
| AugustAug | 16 | 19° | 9° | 16.5° | 5.4 h | 12 | 67 |
| SeptemberSep | 28 | 20° | 10° | 16.4° | 6.5 h | 10 | 49 |
| OctoberOct | 47 | 22° | 11° | 16.9° | 7.5 h | 7 | 36 |
| NovemberNov | 64 | 24° | 13° | 17.7° | 8.3 h | 6 | 34 |
| DecemberDec | 80 | 25° | 15° | 18.8° | 9.2 h | 4 | 20 |
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
Sea temperature in Esperance
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.4 – 17.6 °C
Swimming season: Feb – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Esperance ranges from 16.4 °C in September to 20.2 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from February to March.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 19.3 and 20.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.8° | 18.9° | 20.6° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 20.2° | 19.3° | 20.8° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.1° | 19.4° | 20.7° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 19.7° | 19.3° | 20.3° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.9° | 18.5° | 19.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 18.1° | 17.3° | 18.7° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 17.1° | 16.5° | 17.6° | fresh |
| AugustAug | 16.5° | 16.0° | 17.0° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 16.4° | 15.8° | 16.8° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 16.9° | 16.4° | 17.6° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.7° | 17.2° | 18.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.8° | 18.4° | 19.5° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Esperance
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 7.5 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Esperance, 58 % 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
Rain in Esperance: 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, Esperance has about 7 rainy days with 36 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Esperance
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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Esperance
How breezy and how cloudy Esperance 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 Esperance typically peaks at 27 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 48 % of the sky over Esperance: variable cloud, with about 7.5 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Esperance
How often the day gets hot in Esperance (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, Esperance has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 22 °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 Esperance
Weather for your travel dates
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Esperance 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.
Esperance has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 83) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 16).
- 67
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 35
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 16
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 47
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 83
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 18 h 40 min
- Distance
- 15,060 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.
Good to know: Australia
- Currency
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- Language
- English
- Sockets
- Type I · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +61
- Emergency number
- 000
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Esperance vs Kalgoorlie
In October Kalgoorlie has the better holiday weather (score 100 vs 47). During the day Kalgoorlie is 5 °C warmer than Esperance. Kalgoorlie gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Esperance | Kalgoorlie |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 100 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 27° |
| Sea | 17° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 3 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Mar – Nov |
Through the year
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In October, Esperance ranks 26 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 6Perth24°19°97
- 7Adelaide22°16°94
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- 26EsperanceThis page22°17°47
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Frequently asked questions about Esperance
When is the best time to visit Esperance?
The best time to visit Esperance is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Esperance?
The sea temperature in Esperance ranges from 16.4 °C in September to 20.2 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from February to March.
Can you swim in Esperance in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 16.9 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from February to March.
What is the warmest month in Esperance?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 16 °C. July is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Esperance?
Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 67 mm. The driest month is December with 20 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Esperance get?
Esperance gets around 2,510 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.2 hours a day; in July there are 5.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Esperance in?
Esperance is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Esperance?
A nonstop flight from London to Esperance takes about 18 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 15,060 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Esperance?
Esperance has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 83) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 16). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 67, May half-term 35, summer holidays 16, October half-term 47, Christmas holidays 83.