Western Australia Travel Guide
Western Australia travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 75°F (24°C) in Western Australia with light drizzle. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 60°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 about average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 78°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Western Australia today at 8.1/10. Gusts to 36 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Western Australia
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 25°2′32.6″S 117°47′37″E (-25.0424, 117.7936)
Weather in Western Australia right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:32 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 78° / 60°
Drizzle · 86% rain · wind 20 mph
☁️ 69° / 56°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 14 mph
Quick facts about Western Australia
Best time to visit Western Australia
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 66°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Western Australia
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perth Airport | PER | 489 mi | Perth |
Cities in Western Australia
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore Western Australia
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 75°F (24°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 51% and wind is 20 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 6:32 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (au-states) - 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 23, 2026 at 6:32 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
