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Annual Average Weather for Cape Leeuwin, Augusta, Australia

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F) which is warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 17.7°C (63.8°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. Annually there are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 8.8 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Cape Leeuwin?

The best months to visit Cape Leeuwin are January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The weather is perfect for sunbathing in the months from December to March when the maximum temperature reaches above 26°C (72°F)

The sea is best for swimming between December and May when the sea temperature is above the average 18°C (64°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Can you sunbathe in Cape Leeuwin year round?

No, you can't sunbathe in Cape Leeuwin all year round. Some months are too cold for sunbathing, however you might enjoy other beach activities such as taking a walk, going hiking along trails or just enjoying the scenery.

The weather is best for sunbathing in the months from December to March when the maximum temperature reaches above 26°C (72°F)

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Cape Leeuwin year round?

No, you can't swim in Cape Leeuwin all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Cape Leeuwin are found in February when they peak at 22°C (72°F) and lowest in September when they dip to 14°C (58°F).

The sea temperature is above average for swimming between December and May when the sea temperature is above 18°C (64°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

The sea is good for swimming in the months from December to April when the sea temperature is above 19°C (66°F)

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When is the hottest month in Cape Leeuwin?

The hottest month in Cape Leeuwin is January when the average maximum temperature is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 29°C (85°F), average temperature is 22°C (72°F) and average minimum temperature is 15°C (58°F).

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When is the coldest month in Cape Leeuwin?

The coolest month in Cape Leeuwin is June when the average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°F), average temperature is 13°C (56°F) and average minimum temperature is 8°C (47°F).

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When is the sunniest month in Cape Leeuwin?

The sunniest days in Cape Leeuwin are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In January the sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

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When is the least sunny month in Cape Leeuwin?

June has the least sunshine. In June the sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs.

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When is the driest month in Cape Leeuwin?

The driest month in Cape Leeuwin is February with 1.3cm (0.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 3.4 days with some rain, a very dry time to visit the beach.

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When is the wettest month in Cape Leeuwin?

The wettest month in Cape Leeuwin is July with 14.9cm (5.9inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 21.3 days with some rain, a very wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Cape Leeuwin?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Cape Leeuwin are found in September when they dip to 14°C (58°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

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When is the sea the warmest in Cape Leeuwin?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Cape Leeuwin are found in February when they peak at 22°C (72°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

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Annual Temperature for Cape Leeuwin

The hottest month in Cape Leeuwin is January when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (85°F), average temperature is 22°C (72°F) and average minimum temperature is 15°C (58°F).

The coolest month in Cape Leeuwin is June when the average maximum temperature is 18°C (18°F), average temperature is 13°C (56°F) and average minimum temperature is 8°C (47°F).

Annual Sunshine for Cape Leeuwin

The longest days in Cape Leeuwin are in December, with an average of 14.4 hours of daylight per day. June has the shortest days with an average of 9.9 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Cape Leeuwin are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

June has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in January when it reaches 13.7 and lowest in June when it reaches 2.6.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Cape Leeuwin

The warmest sea water temperatures in Cape Leeuwin are found in February when they peak at 22°C (72°F) and lowest in September when they dip to 14°C (58°F).

The sea is best for swimming between December and May when the temperature is above 18°C (64°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Annual Rainfall for Cape Leeuwin

The wettest month in Cape Leeuwin is July with 14.9cm (5.9inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 21.3 days with some rain, a very wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Cape Leeuwin is February with 1.3cm (0.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 3.4 days with some rain, a very dry time to visit the beach.

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