State in Australia

Current Local Time in Western Australia

Current local time and time zone in Western Australia, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 68°F now🕔 11:01 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November👥 2.9 million

Current local time in Western Australia

11:01 AM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAustralia/Perth
UTC offsetUTC+08:00
UTC now3:01 AM
Sunrise6:28 AM
Sunset5:53 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:28 AM
Sunset5:53 PM
Daylight11h 25m
Solar noon12:10 PM
Golden hour (am)6:28 AM - 7:28 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:53 PM - 5:53 PM
Blue hour (am)5:58 AM - 6:28 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:53 PM - 6:23 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 81%
Moonrise2:15 PM
Moonset3:55 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Western Australia

TypeState
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates25°2′32.6″S 117°47′37″E (-25.0424, 117.7936)
CapitalPerth
Population2.900.000
Area975.685 sq mi
Time zoneAustralia/Perth
Local time11:01 AM (UTC+08:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
ClimateHot and arid

Local time by city in Western Australia

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Summary

Western Australia is a state in Australia. Western Australia is an Australian state or territory. It has a population of about 2.9 million. The capital is Perth.

Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Western Australia with clear sky. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 51°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Western Australia is April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is hot and arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 106°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 48°F.

The closest major airport is Perth Airport (PER), about 489 mi away.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 5.4°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Western Australia today at 9.6/10. 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.

Map of Western Australia

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Coordinates: 25°2′32.6″S 117°47′37″E (-25.0424, 117.7936)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Western Australia?

Western Australia is a state in Australia. Its coordinates are -25.0424, 117.7936. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Western Australia right now?

It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 49% and wind is 10 mph.

When is the best time to visit Western Australia?

April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Western Australia, which has a hot and arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Western Australia in?

Western Australia observes Australia/Perth (UTC+08:00). The local time is 11:01 AM.

How many people live in Western Australia?

Western Australia has a population of approximately 2.9 million.

What is the nearest airport to Western Australia?

The closest airports are Perth Airport (PER), 489 mi away.

What places are in Western Australia?

Western Australia covers 2 places in this atlas, including Perth and Margaret River.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 24, 2026 at 11:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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