October is a good time to visit Monkey Mia & Shark Bay.
You can expect clear sunny skies and around 11 hours of sunshine daily in October, with little or no rainfall.
How hot is it in Monkey Mia in October?
October has an average high temperature of 28°C (82°F) in Monkey Mia, with moderate heat and humidity, and a low of 15°C (59°F).
However, on the warmest days of the month, the temperature may reach 33°C (91°F).
What does the humidity feel like in Monkey Mia in October?
The average dew point temperature in Monkey Mia in October is 11°C (52°F), which feels comfortable.
How sunny is it in Monkey Mia in October?
There are normally 11 hours of bright sunshine each day in Monkey Mia in October – that's around 87% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in October?
Sunrise is around 5:50am with sunset around 6:30pm.
How warm is the sea around Monkey Mia in October?
The average sea temperature at Monkey Mia in October is 20°C (68°F), which is cold for swimming, snorkelling and diving.
Does it rain in Monkey Mia in October?
There is usually 5mm (‹1in) of rainfall in Monkey Mia during October, distributed across one day.
How windy is it in Monkey Mia in October?
October has an average hourly wind speed of around 26 kilometres per hour (16 mph; 14 knots) in Monkey Mia. The predominant wind direction is from the south.
What to do in Monkey Mia in October?
Higher temperatures in Monkey Mia in October with dry, windy days make this is the perfect time for surfing and kite-boarding.
Local holidays?
None.
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High Temp: 28°C (82°F) |
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Low Temp: 15°C (59°F) |
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Sunshine: 11 hours per day |
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Daylight: 13 hours per day |
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Rainfall: 5 mm (≤ 1in) per month |
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Wet Days: 1 day with some rain |
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Comfort Level: Moderate heat; 51% relative humidity |
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Dew Point: 11°C (52°F) – Comfortable |
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UV Index: Very high |
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Wind speed: 26 km/h (16 mph; 14 knots) |
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Sea Temp: 20°C (68°F) |
Monkey Mia, Shark Bay, Western Australia |
To avoid the intense heat of summer, the best time to visit Monkey Mia & Shark Bay is between April and October, when you can experience warm sunny days with clear blue skies.
However, anytime is good to visit Shark Bay: it really depends on what you plan on doing.
Shark Bay experiences a desert climate with very hot summers and warm to mild winters.
Source: Meteorological data for Shark Bay – Monkey Mia is based on weather statistics gathered for the period 2000 to 2024 by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) from the closest weather station: Shark Bay Airport (MJK), located 8km (5mi) north of Denham and 18km (11mi) south of Monkey Mia.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
Latest update: Shark Bay / Monkey Mia weather in October: 15 May, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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