Broome in August
Great time to visit
August maintains July's perfect weather with slightly fewer crowds starting to thin toward month-end. Still expensive and busy, but the conditions remain ideal for every Broome experience.
Weather
August continues the dry season perfection with comfortable 28°C days and cool 14°C nights. Humidity remains low around 45%, and rain is non-existent. The cool nights make camping genuinely pleasant, while days stay warm enough for swimming.
28°C high14°C low0 rain days
Crowds & Cost
peak crowds
~$215/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Staircase to the Moon
- •Mango Festival
August Tips
- •Still peak season pricing and crowds, so book everything well in advance
- •Ideal month for sunrise hot air balloon rides over the Kimberley
- •Pack layers as the 14-degree temperature swing between day and night catches visitors off guard
All Months
Broome has two seasons — the Dry and the Wet. The Dry runs April through October, and that's when you want to be here. Temperatures sit around 25-30°C, humidity stays low, and rain is basically nonexistent. Peak season is May through September when accommodation prices double and you need to book months ahead. The shoulder months of April and October offer the best balance — good weather, smaller crowds, and reasonable prices. But here's what they don't tell you about the Wet season (November to March) — yes, it's hot and humid, but the storms are spectacular and accommodation is half price. Just know that some roads become impassable and tour operators shut down. Cyclone season runs December through March, so factor that risk into your planning.
Broome Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
7/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
5/10
Luxury
6/10
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