The wet season generally lasts from November until April, while the dry season runs from May until October. Plan ahead with this information on temperature and rainfall. During the wet season Broome experiences heavy, short downpours of rain, usually in the afternoons or late evening.

What is the best time of year to visit Broome?

The best time to visit Broome, weatherwise: April to November. The cheapest time to visit Broome: The wet season offers the best deals and the cheapest prices. To avoid the torrential rain, travel early in the peak season between March and April.

Can you swim in Broome in July?

The general rule is that you can swim in Broome during the dry season. The reason is that Irukandji and box jellyfish are not active in colder waters. Once the water temperature is over 28 degrees you should definitely stay out of the water.

What is the hottest month in Broome?

December is the hottest month in Broome with an average temperature of 30°C (86°F) and the coldest is July at 21.5°C (71°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 12 in November. The wettest month is February with an average of 160mm of rain.

Is July a good time to visit Broome?

Humidity levels are low and the nights are cool. There is little rain at this time of the year. From mid June to mid August is the most popular time to visit Broome as all roads and attractions are usually open at this time.

a wet season drive in Broome Feb 18

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Is Broome safe at night?

Hello Millieandme, no, I would strongly advise against walking anywhere on your own at night in Broome. We lived there for many years until recently and though the streets are lit, there's many areas were the lighting is not adequate and it's something I would not do.

Can you visit Broome in January?

When the sun comes out it will then be hotter and more humid. However it is the cyclone season which means that if there is one in the vincinity, transport will be very limited and tours will not run. Many find the weather in the tropics during January to be more pleasant than November or April May.

How often does it rain in Broome?

The rainy period of the year lasts for 7.2 months, from November 17 to June 23, with a sliding 31-day rainfall of at least 0.5 inches. The month with the most rain in Broome is February, with an average rainfall of 7.6 inches. The rainless period of the year lasts for 4.8 months, from June 23 to November 17.

Where is the staircase to the moon in Broome?

The full effect of the staircase is best viewed from either the Mangrove Hotel or the Town Beach, which – not to be confused with Cable Beach – is located in town at the end of Robinson Street. Town Beach's Staircase Markets operate on 'staircase nights' and offer plenty of local colour and vibrancy.

How long should I stay in Broome?

Kimberley Safari – If you are travelling to Broome because it is the starting point for a Kimberley safari that you intend to join, it is a good idea to give yourself 3-4 days in the town to relax and take in the sights before you start your exploration of what is one of the last true wilderness areas in the world.

Are there crocodiles in Broome mangroves?

They are indeed the same at Cable Beach and near Broome as elsewhere across the north: It is a very rare occurrence to see a crocodile at any beach in northern Australia. Beaches are just not a suitable crocodile habitat. Saltwater crocodiles prefer river and creek mouths, estuaries and mangrove swamps.

Do you get crocodiles in Broome?

Many times I get asked this one question, “Are there crocodiles in Broome?” Yes, there are crocodiles in Broome, they have been sighted travelling all along our coasts.

Are there crocodiles at Horizontal Falls?

Crocodiles are still a danger here, but unfazed by its fearsome name we find a freshwater swimming hole. There's another boat here and its passengers are feasting off mud crabs as we climb to the pool. It's a reminder that after exploring the wild Kimberley coast we are nearing civilisation and the town of Broome.

Is Broome Nice in December?

We visited Broome in December & it was extremely hot & sticky. As mentioned by Kerry you cannot swim in the ocean due to the stingers. Although the heat was painful we still enjoyed Broome at this time of the year. I suggest you do your exploring in the mornings or late afternoons.

Does it get cold in Broome?

Broome experiences a tropical climate, which is considered as hot/semi-arid.

When can you see the stairway to heaven in Broome?

This spectacular sight occurs from March through to November. Plan your stay in Broome around these dates or book a "Staircase to the Moon" Broome holiday package.

How long does staircase to Moon last?

Staircase to Moon is a natural phenomenon best witnessed in Roebuck Bay, Broome. The experience usually occurs over 3 nights on a full moon, between March and November.

Can you see the staircase to the moon from Cable Beach?

Is it possible to view Staircase to the Moon from 23 August to 29th August? And where is the best spot, we are staying near Cable Beach? Thank you! No, the staircase is visible 19-21 August - these three dates coincide with the full moon rising over the mudflats at low tide.

What is the average rainfall for Broome?

During the year, there is little rainfall in Broome. According to Köppen and Geiger, this climate is classified as BSh. The average temperature in Broome is 27.3 °C | 81.1 °F. Precipitation here is about 540 mm | 21.3 inch per year.

How cold does it get in Broome?

The yearly average maximum temperature is a scorching 32.2°C (90°F), while the average minimum throughout the course of the year is still a warm 21.2°C (70.2°F); surprisingly the coldest months can drop down considerably, and the lowest temperature ever recorded was 3.3°C (37.9°F) - in a direct contrast with the ...

Is Broome worth visiting?

Broome alone has so much to offer, so what more the whole of Western Australia. Visiting this region is honestly a refreshing break from all the cityscapes and skyscrapers that we're already so used to seeing here in Singapore. So if you're craving for an adventure full of true-blue wanderlust, this is the way to go.

Is there a wet season in Broome?

Broome in Western Australia has a tropical climate, defined by a wet and a dry season. The wet season generally lasts from November until April, while the dry season runs from May until October. Plan ahead with this information on temperature and rainfall.

What is Broome like in February?

Hot, humid and possibly stormy. It's the height of the monsoonal weather there so there is also chance of cyclones and flooding. Unfortunately it's about the worst time of year to visit. It won't neccisaritly be wet everyday and you could still get some nice weather, but on average it rains every 1 in 3 days.

Are there cyclones in Broome?

Tropical cyclones affecting Broome, Bureau of Meteorology Since 1910 there have been 22 cyclones that have caused gale-force winds at Broome. On average this equates to about one every four years although the frequency has been less in recent times, there being only two cyclones from 1990 to 2004.