Perth
City in Australia
Perth is a city in Australia with a population of about 2 million people. Located 3088 kilometers from the capital, Canberra, it is known for its historic sites including Fremantle and the UNESCO-listed Fremantle Prison.
What to see
The city features Fremantle, a well-known area that includes the historic Fremantle Prison, which holds UNESCO status.
When to go
The warmest months are January and February, with daily highs around 30 °C and minimal rainfall of 12 to 15 mm over about 2 days each month. December is also warm with highs of 28 °C and 8 mm of rain. Temperatures begin to drop in April, reaching highs of 24 °C. The winter months from June through August are cooler, with daily highs between 17 °C and 18 °C. These months also experience the highest rainfall, with June recording 162 mm over about 12 days and July seeing 157 mm over about 14 days. September and October bring milder weather with highs of 18 °C to 21 °C and lower rainfall, while November warms up to 25 °C.
Getting there
Perth International Airport is located 10 kilometers from the city.
Top sights in Perth
Weather by month
The warmest month is February, with an average high of 30 °C. The wettest is June, with about 162 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 30 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 21 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 25 | 28 |
| Average low, °C | 19 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 |
| Rainfall, mm | 12 | 15 | 22 | 39 | 102 | 162 | 157 | 126 | 75 | 37 | 26 | 8 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Perth (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.