Musgrave Ranges Mountains

Remote central Australian mountain range with rugged sandstone

A remote sandstone range in Western Australia, the Musgrave Ranges draw 4x4 expeditions and experienced walkers seeking red-dirt outback scenery, rock formations and desert solitude rather than developed tourism infrastructure.

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Musgrave Ranges at a Glance#

Best Time to Visit Musgrave Ranges#

Best visited in the dry season (roughly May-September) when access and walking conditions are most reliable.

Dry season (recommended)
May-September · Cooler days to warm (daytime often 15-30°C depending on location)
Milder, more reliable weather and better access on tracks and roads-ideal for trekking and remote travel.
Wet/hot season
October-April · Hotter and more humid (can be very hot)
Higher temperatures and seasonal rains can make access difficult and conditions harsh-many remote routes are less reliable then.

Weather & Climate near Musgrave Ranges#

Climate

Musgrave Ranges's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 39°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 25° - 39° 32° 100 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
February - 24° - 38° 31° 96 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
March - 23° - 36° 30° 52 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
April - 19° - 34° 26° 25 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
May - 14° - 29° 22° 20 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
June - 11° - 25° 18° 7 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
July - 10° - 26° 18° 7 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
August - 12° - 28° 20° 2 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
September - 17° - 33° 25° 8 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
October - 21° - 37° 29° 16 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
November - 23° - 38° 31° 27 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
December - 25° - 39° 32° 50 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -