Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, June, May
January, February, March, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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The best time to visit Ningaloo Reef for hiking is July, June, May, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Ningaloo Reef, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Ningaloo Reef
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 44Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 29 |
February | 40Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 50 |
March | 43Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 37 |
April | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 28 |
May | 79Good Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 35 |
June | 82Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 51 |
July | 89Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 26 |
August | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 10 |
September | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 7 |
October | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 6 |
November | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 9 |
December | 43Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 41 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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