AI-generatedKalbarri at a glance
- Best time
- Sep – May
- Warmest month
- Feb · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Mar · 24.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,200 h
- Rain a year
- 233 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 13 m
Climate in Kalbarri
Kalbarri has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. February is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while July is the coolest at 23 °C. With around 3,200 hours of sunshine a year, Kalbarri is very sunny; December is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kalbarri
The best time to visit Kalbarri is from September 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 November to June. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to October. From January to February it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is July with 46 mm of precipitation.
Kalbarri through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kalbarri in spring
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 25–29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Kalbarri in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Kalbarri in autumn
Mar – May
Excellent
- 27–33 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Kalbarri in winter
Jun – Aug
Good
- 23–24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Jun
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jan – 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: September – May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 26°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 26°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
05:4818:30
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 05:33–06:19 · evening 17:59–18:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:24–05:33 · evening 18:45–18:54
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 Kalbarri compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 26° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The sea warms from 20° to 21°. The days get 0.8 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 14° |
| Sea | 20° | 21° |
| Daylight | 12.3 h | 13.1 h |
What is the weather like in Kalbarri in October?
In October, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 42 min05:48 – 18:30
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 29 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 23 %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 %43 %
- 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
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- A jumper for the evenings
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Kalbarri
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in Kalbarri: score 95 against 86. In April, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in April. The sun shines 2 hours less a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 27° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 17° |
| Sea | 20.0° | 23.7° |
| Sunshine | 9.8 hbetter | 7.8 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Rainfall | 7 mm | 15 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kalbarri month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
87January33° · Sea 24° · 10.5 h
In January, Kalbarri is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in January83February34° · Sea 24° · 10.1 h
In February, Kalbarri is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 15 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in February91March33° · Sea 24° · 9.2 h
In March, Kalbarri is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in March95April30° · Sea 24° · 7.8 h
In April, Kalbarri is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in April90May27° · Sea 23° · 7.1 h
In May, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 30 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in May74June24° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In June, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in June62July23° · Sea 21° · 6.3 h
In July, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in July68August23° · Sea 20° · 7.3 h
In August, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in August80September25° · Sea 20° · 8.4 h
In September, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in September86October27° · Sea 20° · 9.8 h
In October, Kalbarri is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in October89November29° · Sea 21° · 10.9 h
In November, Kalbarri is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.9 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. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri in November91December32° · Sea 22° · 11.3 h
In December, Kalbarri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °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 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Kalbarri.
Kalbarri 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 Kalbarri
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 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (10°), the warmest in February (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from January to March; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and from November to December.
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 | 87 | 33° | 20° | 23.5° | 10.5 h | 1 | 8 |
| FebruaryFeb | 83 | 34° | 21° | 24.2° | 10.1 h | 2 | 15 |
| MarchMar | 91 | 33° | 20° | 24.3° | 9.2 h | 2 | 16 |
| AprilApr | 95 | 30° | 17° | 23.7° | 7.8 h | 2 | 15 |
| MayMay | 90 | 27° | 14° | 23.0° | 7.1 h | 4 | 30 |
| JuneJun | 74 | 24° | 12° | 22.2° | 6.5 h | 6 | 45 |
| JulyJul | 62 | 23° | 10° | 21.0° | 6.3 h | 6 | 46 |
| AugustAug | 68 | 23° | 10° | 20.1° | 7.3 h | 5 | 26 |
| SeptemberSep | 80 | 25° | 11° | 19.7° | 8.4 h | 3 | 13 |
| OctoberOct | 86 | 27° | 13° | 20.0° | 9.8 h | 2 | 7 |
| NovemberNov | 89 | 29° | 16° | 21.0° | 10.9 h | 1 | 5 |
| DecemberDec | 91 | 32° | 18° | 22.4° | 11.3 h | 1 | 6 |
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
27.71° S, 114.17° E · 13 m · Australia/Perth
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Kalbarri
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.2 – 20.6 °C
Swimming season: all year except Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kalbarri ranges from 19.7 °C in September to 24.3 °C in March. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) all year round except in September.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in March, while the air already peaks in February. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in March, eight out of ten years were between 23.5 and 24.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.5° | 22.7° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 24.2° | 23.2° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 24.3° | 23.5° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 23.7° | 22.8° | 25.1° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 23.0° | 22.0° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 22.2° | 21.4° | 23.1° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 21.0° | 20.4° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.1° | 19.6° | 20.7° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 19.7° | 19.1° | 20.2° | fresh |
| OctoberOct | 20.0° | 19.2° | 20.6° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 21.0° | 20.2° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 22.4° | 21.7° | 23.2° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Kalbarri
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 9.8 of 12.7 hours of daylight in Kalbarri, 77 % 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 Kalbarri: 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, Kalbarri has about 2 rainy days with 7 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Kalbarri
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 Kalbarri
How breezy and how cloudy Kalbarri 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 Kalbarri typically peaks at 29 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh 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 23 % of the sky over Kalbarri: mostly sunny, with about 9.8 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 Kalbarri
How often the day gets hot in Kalbarri (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, Kalbarri has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °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 Kalbarri
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Kalbarri 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.
Kalbarri has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 66).
- 94
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 87
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 66
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 86
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 89
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 17 h 25 min
- Distance
- 14,060 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.
Storm season
Kalbarri 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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Kalbarri vs Geraldton
In October the holiday weather in Kalbarri and Geraldton is about equally good (score 86 vs 85). During the day Geraldton is 2 °C cooler than Kalbarri. The sea is about equally warm. Geraldton gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Kalbarri | Geraldton |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 86 | 85 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 25° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 10 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Best time | Sep – May | Oct – May |
Through the year
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In October, Kalbarri ranks 11 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 11KalbarriThis page27°20°86
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Frequently asked questions about Kalbarri
When is the best time to visit Kalbarri?
The best time to visit Kalbarri is from September to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kalbarri?
The sea temperature in Kalbarri ranges from 19.7 °C in September to 24.3 °C in March. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) all year round except in September.
Can you swim in Kalbarri in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Kalbarri?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 21 °C. July is the coolest month at 23 °C.
When does it rain most in Kalbarri?
The wettest month is July with 46 mm of precipitation. The driest month is November with 5 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kalbarri get?
Kalbarri gets around 3,200 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 11.3 hours a day; in July there are 6.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Kalbarri in?
Kalbarri is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kalbarri?
A nonstop flight from London to Kalbarri takes about 17 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 14,060 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Kalbarri?
Kalbarri 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 Kalbarri?
Kalbarri has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 66). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 94, May half-term 87, summer holidays 66, October half-term 86, Christmas holidays 89.