AI-generatedGeraldton at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – May
- Warmest month
- Feb · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Mar · 23.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,150 h
- Rain a year
- 250 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 15 m
Climate in Geraldton
Geraldton has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. February is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while July is the coolest at 20 °C. With around 3,150 hours of sunshine a year, Geraldton is very sunny; December is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Geraldton
The best time to visit Geraldton is from October to May. In January, February and March, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from December to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to October. In February it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is July with 49 mm of precipitation.
Geraldton through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Geraldton in spring
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 23–28 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Geraldton in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Geraldton in autumn
Mar – May
Excellent
- 25–32 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Geraldton in winter
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 20–22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Dec – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Feb
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: October – May
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 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
05:4518:29
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:30–06:17 · evening 17:58–18:44
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:21–05:30 · evening 18:44–18:53
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 Geraldton compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 24° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The days get 0.8 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 13° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 13.1 h |
What is the weather like in Geraldton in October?
In October, Geraldton is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 10 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 44 min05:45 – 18:29
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 26 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 29 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %40 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
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
- Light, breathable clothes
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Geraldton
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March has the better holiday weather in Geraldton: score 96 against 85. In March, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in March.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 85 | 96better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 19° |
| Sea | 19.8° | 23.8° |
| Sunshine | 9.4 h | 9.1 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Rainfall | 10 mm | 16 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 8 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Geraldton month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
91January32° · Sea 23° · 10.8 h
In January, Geraldton is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in January89February33° · Sea 24° · 10.2 h
In February, Geraldton is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in February96March32° · Sea 24° · 9.1 h
In March, Geraldton is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in March92April29° · Sea 23° · 7.6 h
In April, Geraldton is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in April86May25° · Sea 22° · 6.9 h
In May, Geraldton is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in May60June22° · Sea 22° · 6.3 h
In June, Geraldton is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in June46July20° · Sea 21° · 6.1 h
In July, Geraldton is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in July51August21° · Sea 20° · 7.0 h
In August, Geraldton is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 31 mm. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in August65September23° · Sea 19° · 8.0 h
In September, Geraldton is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 19 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in September85October25° · Sea 20° · 9.4 h
In October, Geraldton is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 10 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in October89November28° · Sea 21° · 10.8 h
In November, Geraldton is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton in November93December31° · Sea 22° · 11.3 h
In December, Geraldton is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °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. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Geraldton.
Geraldton 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 Geraldton
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°
- Warm 20–24°
CoolOctober: nights around 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in August (9°), the warmest in February (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule in February; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from March to April and from November to January.
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 | 32° | 19° | 22.9° | 10.8 h | 1 | 9 |
| FebruaryFeb | 89 | 33° | 20° | 23.7° | 10.2 h | 2 | 15 |
| MarchMar | 96 | 32° | 19° | 23.8° | 9.1 h | 2 | 16 |
| AprilApr | 92 | 29° | 16° | 23.2° | 7.6 h | 3 | 14 |
| MayMay | 86 | 25° | 13° | 22.4° | 6.9 h | 5 | 31 |
| JuneJun | 60 | 22° | 11° | 21.6° | 6.3 h | 6 | 42 |
| JulyJul | 46 | 20° | 10° | 20.5° | 6.1 h | 7 | 49 |
| AugustAug | 51 | 21° | 9° | 19.7° | 7.0 h | 6 | 31 |
| SeptemberSep | 65 | 23° | 10° | 19.3° | 8.0 h | 4 | 19 |
| OctoberOct | 85 | 25° | 12° | 19.8° | 9.4 h | 2 | 10 |
| NovemberNov | 89 | 28° | 15° | 20.9° | 10.8 h | 2 | 8 |
| DecemberDec | 93 | 31° | 17° | 22.0° | 11.3 h | 1 | 5 |
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 Geraldton
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.1 – 20.4 °C
Swimming season: Nov – Jul
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Geraldton ranges from 19.3 °C in September to 23.8 °C in March. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from November to July.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in March, while the air already peaks in February. In July the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in March, eight out of ten years were between 22.9 and 24.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22.9° | 21.9° | 24.2° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 23.7° | 22.5° | 25.1° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 23.8° | 22.9° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 23.2° | 22.1° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 22.4° | 21.5° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 21.6° | 20.6° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 20.5° | 19.8° | 21.3° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 19.7° | 19.1° | 20.3° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 19.3° | 18.6° | 19.9° | fresh |
| OctoberOct | 19.8° | 19.1° | 20.4° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 20.9° | 20.1° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 22.0° | 21.1° | 22.9° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Geraldton
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 9.4 of 12.7 hours of daylight in Geraldton, 74 % 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 Geraldton: 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, Geraldton has about 2 rainy days with 10 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Geraldton
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 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 Geraldton
How breezy and how cloudy Geraldton 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 Geraldton typically peaks at 26 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 29 % of the sky over Geraldton: mostly sunny, with about 9.4 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 Geraldton
How often the day gets hot in Geraldton (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, Geraldton has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °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 Geraldton
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Geraldton 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.
Geraldton has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 49).
- 93
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 81
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 49
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 85
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 92
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 17 h 35 min
- Distance
- 14,170 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.
Storm season
Geraldton lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Geraldton vs Kalbarri
In October the holiday weather in Geraldton and Kalbarri is about equally good (score 85 vs 86). During the day Kalbarri is 2 °C warmer than Geraldton. The sea is about equally warm. Kalbarri gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Geraldton | Kalbarri |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 85 | 86 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 27° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 10 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Best time | Oct – May | Sep – May |
Through the year
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In October, Geraldton ranks 12 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 8Broome33°28°89
- 12GeraldtonThis page25°20°85
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Frequently asked questions about Geraldton
When is the best time to visit Geraldton?
The best time to visit Geraldton is from October to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Geraldton?
The sea temperature in Geraldton ranges from 19.3 °C in September to 23.8 °C in March. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from November to July.
Can you swim in Geraldton in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 19.8 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from November to July.
What is the warmest month in Geraldton?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 20 °C. July is the coolest month at 20 °C.
When does it rain most in Geraldton?
The wettest month is July with 49 mm of precipitation. The driest month is December with 5 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Geraldton get?
Geraldton gets around 3,150 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 11.3 hours a day; in July there are 6.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Geraldton in?
Geraldton is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Geraldton?
A nonstop flight from London to Geraldton takes about 17 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 14,170 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Geraldton?
Geraldton lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Geraldton?
Geraldton has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 49). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 93, May half-term 81, summer holidays 49, October half-term 85, Christmas holidays 92.