What is the weather like in Perth in October?

Expect temperatures between 12°C and 22°C with 12% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Perth in October?

Perth in October scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Perth in October?

October in Perth is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists.

Perth Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

22°C

Hottest around day 29

Avg Low

12°C

Coolest around day 5

Rainy Days

0days

12% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn season

Sea Temperature in October

Indian Ocean

19.5°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Indian Ocean

Perth coastline

Essential Travel Info for Perth

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Currency

AUD

$ Australian dollar

Language

English

Driving

Left side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.565

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

55/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jul

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

200

Jan

119

Feb

119

Mar

201

Apr

179

May

121

Jun

248

Jul

184

Aug

224

Sep

220

Oct

112

Nov

225

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Melbourne (MEL)

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

Denpasar-Bali Island Ngurah Rai (Bali) (DPS)

Karatha Karratha (KTA)

Brisbane City Brisbane (BNE)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Australia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Australia.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is mainly a concern in the Murray River, and the Outer Torres Strait Islands area.Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or traveling at times outside of the Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Australia.If rabies exposures occur while in Australia, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Direct travel from United States: Vaccine isnotrequired.Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine isrequiredfor travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission.3Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Perth?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(66/100)

Short Answer

October is Perth's peak season for good reason: 22°C temperatures and 12% rain probability. But expect crowds (89% of annual maximum) and premium prices.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

89% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Ideal temperature range

21.8°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Excellent dry conditions

Only 12% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Dengue

Plenty of sunshine

11.2h of sunshine daily

Good For

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Families with children
Comfortable 21.8°C temperatures and low 12% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 21.8°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 21.8°C, 12% rain chance
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Photographers
11.2h sunshine, 62% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Perth in October averages 22°C with 12% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Perth in October

What are the temperatures in Perth in October?

Daytime highs average 22°C, nights drop to 12°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Perth in October?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Perth in October?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is October peak season in Perth?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Perth Weather in October

Sea Temperature in October

Perth October Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Perth

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is October a Good Time to Visit Perth?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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