Cockatoo Island (Western Australia)
Island Remote Kimberley island with historical mining and settlements
Off Western Australia’s Kimberley coast, Cockatoo Island attracts adventurous campers and boaters drawn to tidal channels, rusted industrial remnants and remote beaches.
How to Get to Cockatoo Island (Western Australia) #
Access is by private vessel or charter boat from regional ports in the Kimberley (for example, Derby or Broome). Large tidal ranges require experienced skippers. There is no scheduled ferry service.
Tips for Visiting Cockatoo Island (Western Australia) #
- Check local tide schedules-the Kimberley coast has large tidal ranges that affect beach access and intertidal pools.
- Bring sun and insect protection; the tropical sun is strong and mosquitoes are common in sheltered inlets.
- There are no facilities on many Kimberley islands-pack all supplies and carry waste out.
Best Time to Visit Cockatoo Island (Western Australia) #
Visit during the Kimberley dry season for safer, more comfortable travel and better boating conditions.
Weather & Climate near Cockatoo Island (Western Australia) #
Tropical climate with hot summers (peaking in December) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (983 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (315 mm).
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February
February is hot with highs of 31°C and lows of 26°C. Heavy rain (256 mm).
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March
March is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm).
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April
April is hot with highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is the hottest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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