Geography of Perth
Geography of Perth: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Perth
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Coordinates: 31°57′1.8″S 115°51′37.8″E (-31.9505, 115.8605)
Quick facts about Perth
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Western Australia |
| Country | Australia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 31°57′1.8″S 115°51′37.8″E (-31.9505, 115.8605) |
| Population | 2.100.000 |
| Known for | Indian Ocean beaches and sunshine |
| Local time | 5:50 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | January, February, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by airport in Perth
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Perth is a city in Western Australia. Perth is known for Indian Ocean beaches and sunshine. It has a population of about 2.1 million.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Perth with clear sky. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 49°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Perth is January, February, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 49°F.
The closest major airport is Perth Airport (PER), about 6 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 5°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Perth today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Perth month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 68° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 89° | 68° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 85° | 65° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 77° | 60° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 56° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 52° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 64° | 49° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 65° | 51° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 68° | 53° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 73° | 55° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 79° | 60° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 85° | 65° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Perth?
Perth is a city in Western Australia. Its coordinates are -31.9505, 115.8605. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Perth right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 62% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Perth?
January, February, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Perth, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Perth in?
Perth observes Australia/Perth (UTC+08:00). The local time is 5:50 PM.
How many people live in Perth?
Perth has a population of approximately 2.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Perth?
The closest airports are Perth Airport (PER), 6 mi away.
What places are in Perth?
Perth covers 1 places in this atlas, including Perth Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 5:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
