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Karratha, Western Australia Temperature & Weather History

Western Australia, Australia · Climate data since 1981
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📍 -20.7364°S, 116.8460°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Karratha Climate Overview

Karratha has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in March and drop to their lowest in July, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating warm and dry conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🔥31.5°C29.6°C27.6°C41.2°C22.1°C72%605.07.56
February☔31.7°C29.8°C28.0°C39.8°C24.5°C73%824.77.05
March🔥32.1°C30.0°C28.0°C39.6°C22.3°C69%504.36.43
April🔥31.1°C28.9°C26.7°C37.2°C20.0°C62%204.15.48
May🌞27.8°C25.6°C23.4°C33.6°C18.0°C60%304.54.50
June🌞24.9°C22.7°C20.5°C30.6°C15.6°C61%314.84.07
July☀️24.1°C21.6°C19.1°C29.1°C13.1°C60%104.64.57
August🌞25.0°C22.3°C19.5°C31.0°C12.8°C60%34.45.53
September🌞26.7°C23.9°C21.1°C35.9°C15.9°C60%24.66.58
October🌞29.0°C26.2°C23.4°C38.8°C17.2°C61%14.97.47
November🌞30.0°C27.4°C24.8°C40.1°C19.7°C63%25.37.96
December🔥31.0°C28.7°C26.4°C39.9°C21.6°C68%175.27.98

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Karratha Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Karratha

July is Karratha's coldest month, with average lows reaching 19.1°C. The coldest it has ever been that month is 13.1°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 19.7°C – 24.7°C

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Karratha

Summer temperatures in Karratha peak in March, with average highs of 32.1°C. The hottest it has ever been that month is 39.6°C.
🌡️January to March (avg) · 27.9°C – 31.7°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Karratha

Karratha sees its highest rainfall in February, receiving approximately 82 mm of precipitation.
🌧️January to March (avg) · up to 82 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Karratha Monthly Temperature Guide

March is the hottest month in Karratha, with average highs reaching 32.1°C, while July is the coldest with lows dropping to 19.1°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in March, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Karratha

February is the wettest month in Karratha with about 82 mm, while October is the driest at 1 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the winter months. Humidity stays moderate (around 64%), peaking during winter months, which creates warm and dry conditions.

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:26.4°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:308 mm
Avg Humidity:64%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Karratha's temperature has remained relatively stable over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 41.1°C in January 1993, and its coldest dropped to 12.8°C in August 1986. 2025 was the warmest year overall and 2011 the coolest.

📅 Explore Karratha Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Karratha's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 27.2°C), while the coldest was 2011 (avg: 25.7°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Karratha's temperature has remained relatively stable over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °C

Karratha's temperatures has remained relatively stable over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 41.1°C in January 1993, while the lowest dropped to 12.8°C in August 1986.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Karratha shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
29.4°C27.2°C24.9°C39.0°C15.7°C32463%4.6 m/s
2024
29.5°C27.2°C25.0°C37.9°C16.6°C14965%4.6 m/s
2023
29.1°C26.8°C24.4°C37.4°C15.6°C19763%4.5 m/s
2022
28.6°C26.4°C24.2°C39.0°C16.1°C25764%4.7 m/s
2021
28.8°C26.5°C24.3°C38.9°C15.9°C22163%4.8 m/s
2020
29.3°C27.0°C24.7°C37.3°C17.7°C45163%4.6 m/s
2019
29.4°C26.8°C24.3°C39.6°C16.2°C25063%4.6 m/s
2018
28.7°C26.3°C23.9°C37.5°C16.2°C17463%4.8 m/s
2017
28.6°C26.3°C24.1°C37.0°C16.8°C44965%4.6 m/s
2016
28.8°C26.6°C24.4°C36.4°C16.4°C26065%4.7 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Karratha?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), March is typically the hottest month in Karratha, Western Australia, with average high temperatures around 32.1°C.

What is the coldest month in Karratha?▼

July is the coldest month in Karratha, with average low temperatures around 19.1°C.

What is the rainiest month in Karratha?▼

February receives the most rainfall with approximately 82 mm, while October is the driest with 1 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Karratha?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 41.1°C in January 1993. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Karratha?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was 12.8°C in August 1986.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Karratha get?▼

Karratha receives the most sunlight in December with an average solar radiation of 7.98 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Western Australia.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45