Best Time to Visit Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Perth is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Perth for sunny, dry weather is October–April — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.6°C / 56.5°F in July to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in February, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in (December) to 160 mm / 6.3 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Perth, Western Australia, Australia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Perth's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.4°C75.9°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 24.8°C76.6°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 23.2°C73.8°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 20.1°C68.2°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16.9°C62.4°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19.6°C67.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 22.4°C72.3°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Perth?
The best time to visit Perth for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is December with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Perth's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Perth?
The rainy season at Perth, Western Australia runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 46 mm / 1.8 in. The wettest single month is July (160 mm / 6.3 in).
What is the driest month in Perth?
The driest month in Perth is December, averaging about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.4°C / 72.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Perth?
The least comfortable months for travel to Perth — based on point-value climate at the city — are June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 160 mm / 6.3 in in July, and the coldest month averages 13.6°C / 56.5°F.
Is Perth climate different from Australia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Perth figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Australia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Perth specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.