The Kimberley
Australia · Oceania
The best time to visit The Kimberley is April–September, when it is at its strongest for nature & wildlife and hiking. Prime dry season conditions with clear skies, zero rainfall, and mild daytime temperatures. All national parks, trails, and gorges are fully accessible.
Plan a trip to The KimberleyMonth by month
| Month | Fit | Weather | Crowds & prices | What it's good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6/10 | 32°C · 12 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Peak wet season brings intense monsoonal rains, flooding, and widespread road closures including the Gibb River Road. Scenic flights over overflowing waterfalls are spectacular but travel is severely restricted. |
| February | 6/10 | 32°C · 9 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Heavy rains and tropical low-pressure systems isolate remote communities and cut off 4WD tracks. High heat, humidity, and marine stingers restrict coastal recreation. |
| March | 7/10 | 33°C · 10 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 2/5 | Nature & wildlife. The monsoon begins to ease, but rivers remain swollen and most unsealed roads remain closed. Waterfalls are at peak thunderous volume for scenic air tours. |
| April | 8/10 | 34°C · 3 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 3/5 | Nature & wildlife. The wet-to-dry transition begins as rain drops significantly and tourist operators start opening. Graded roads begin reopening depending on lingering floodwaters. |
| May | 9/10 | 32°C · 1 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 4/5 | Nature & wildlife, Hiking, Road trips. The start of the dry season features lush green landscapes, flowing gorges, and pleasant nighttime temperatures. The Gibb River Road typically opens for 4WD adventures. |
| June | 10/10 | 29°C · 1 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 5/5 | Nature & wildlife, Hiking, Road trips. Prime dry season conditions with clear skies, zero rainfall, and mild daytime temperatures. All national parks, trails, and gorges are fully accessible. |
| July | 10/10 | 29°C · 0 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. The busiest month of the year with cool nights and perfect daytime hiking weather. Advance bookings are essential for campgrounds, 4WD rentals, and gorge cruises. |
| August | 10/10 | 31°C · 0 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Road trips, Hiking, Nature & wildlife. Consistently dry and sunny weather continues across the entire region. Water levels in some smaller waterfalls begin to drop, but major waterholes remain prime for swimming. |
| September | 8/10 | 32°C · 1 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 4/5 | Nature & wildlife, Road trips, Hiking. Temperatures begin to climb as the peak tourist crowd thins out. Gorges and rivers remain accessible, though daytime heat requires early-morning hiking. |
| October | 7/10 | 32°C · 0 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 3/5 | Nature & wildlife. Known locally as the 'build-up', humidity and heat rise sharply in anticipation of the wet season. Many seasonal safari camps and remote tour operators begin closing. |
| November | 6/10 | 33°C · 5 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 2/5 | Oppressive heat and high humidity bring early electrical storms. Marine stingers return to coastal waters, making unpatrolled ocean swimming hazardous. |
| December | 6/10 | 33°C · 7 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 2/5 | Monsoonal rains set in, cutting off access to unsealed tracks and remote gorges. Heat and humidity are extreme throughout the region. |
Getting in
Israeli passport: e-Visa · up to 90 days — Eligible for eVisitor (subclass 651) or ETA online before travel.
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