Climate Insights for Nickol

Karratha, State of Western Australia, Australia

Hottest
March
33°C peak
Coldest
July
18°C low
Wettest
March
90mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Nickol is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 322mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 90mm of rainfall. Nickol is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: March, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 30° Min: 28° Feb Max: 32° Average: 30° Min: 28° Mar Max: 33° Average: 30° Min: 28° Apr Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° May Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jun Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jul Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Aug Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 21° Oct Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° Dec Max: 32° Average: 30° Min: 27°
Max
Average
Min

Nickol sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 33°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 30°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 34mm Feb Precipitation: 65mm Mar Precipitation: 90mm Apr Precipitation: 22mm May Precipitation: 55mm Jun Precipitation: 22mm Jul Precipitation: 6mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Sep Precipitation: 7mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 17mm
Precipitation

Nickol is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 322mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 90mm of rainfall. February and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0mm. That's 90mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 30km/h Feb Wind Speed: 27km/h Mar Wind Speed: 26km/h Apr Wind Speed: 26km/h May Wind Speed: 27km/h Jun Wind Speed: 27km/h Jul Wind Speed: 26km/h Aug Wind Speed: 26km/h Sep Wind Speed: 27km/h Oct Wind Speed: 29km/h Nov Wind Speed: 29km/h Dec Wind Speed: 29km/h
Wind Speed

Nickol is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 30km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 26km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 26km/h in winter, 28km/h in spring, 29km/h in summer, 27km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

88 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Nickol, which began on March 20, 2026. Nickol is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in March at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 28km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 167mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 30°
Feb 30°
Mar 30°
Apr 28°
May 25°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 22°
Sep 25°
Oct 27°
Nov 28°
Dec 30°

The best time to visit Nickol is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 19mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nickol based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
28 °C
32 °C
30 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Feb
28 °C
32 °C
27 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
28 °C
33 °C
26 km/h
90 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
31 °C
26 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
27 °C
27 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
24 °C
27 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
24 °C
26 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
25 °C
26 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
28 °C
27 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
30 °C
29 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
31 °C
29 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
32 °C
29 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
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