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.
Cockatoo Island (Western Australia) at a Glance#
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.
Dry season
April-September · 20-30°C
Best time for sea-going access: calmer seas, fewer storms and lower humidity.
Wet season
October-March · 25-35°C
Hot, humid, with heavy rains and potential for cyclone activity; boat access becomes more difficult.
Weather & Climate near Cockatoo Island (Western Australia)#
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 30
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 26° - 32° | 29° | 315 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 26° - 31° | 29° | 256 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 26° - 32° | 29° | 194 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 26° - 33° | 29° | 42 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 24° - 31° | 28° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 22° - 29° | 25° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 21° - 28° | 24° | 6 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 21° - 28° | 25° | 2 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 2 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 25° - 31° | 28° | 5 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 26° - 32° | 29° | 10 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 27° - 32° | 29° | 77 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |