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Direction Island

Island

Coral cay in the Cocos (Keeling) archipelago; visited on day trips for beaches, snorkelling over reef flats and seabird observation, typically via local boat services.

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Direction Island essentials

Driest months: Sep-Nov

Direction Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Direction Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Visit during the dry season for calmer seas and clearer conditions; check local regulations for access.

Dry season (Apr-Nov)
April-November · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Less rainfall and calmer seas-best time for excursions.
Wet season (Dec-Mar)
December-March · 25-32°C (77-90°F)
Hotter with higher rainfall and cyclone risks; boat access may be affected.

Weather & Climate near Direction Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2025 mm/year), wettest in April.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 25° - 30° 30° 172 mm partly cloudy 79% 5.2 m/s 3.0 extreme 12.6h
February Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 179 mm partly cloudy 80% 4.4 m/s 3.0 extreme 12.4h
March Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 230 mm partly cloudy 80% 4.7 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.1h
April Good 25° - 30° 31° 251 mm overcast 81% 4.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
May Good 25° - 29° 30° 214 mm overcast 80% 5.2 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h
June Good 25° - 29° 27° 224 mm overcast 80% 5.5 m/s 1.6 very high 11.3h
July Good 24° - 29° 26° 223 mm overcast 79% 6.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
August Very Good 24° - 28° 26° 129 mm partly cloudy 78% 5.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.6h
September Very Good 24° - 28° 26° 94 mm partly cloudy 78% 6.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.9h
October Very Good 24° - 29° 26° 77 mm partly cloudy 78% 5.7 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
November Very Good 24° - 29° 27° 121 mm partly cloudy 79% 5.8 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.6h
December Very Good 25° - 29° 30° 111 mm partly cloudy 80% 5.4 m/s 2.9 extreme 12.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Direction Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Direction Island is part of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, an Australian external territory. Access is by charter or government-approved itineraries from West Island (Home Island) or via regional air services to Cocos Islands Airport; local boat transfers are commonly used for short hops to neighbouring islets.

Tips for Visiting Direction Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

  • Landing on Direction Island may be restricted-seek permission from Cocos (Keeling) local authorities or the Australian government agencies administering the territory.
  • Tidal ranges and currents can be strong; use a licensed local operator for any boat approaches.
  • Bring shade and sunscreen-saline winds and tropical sun can be intense.