The best times to visit Margaret River Wine Region for ideal weather are

October 29th to May 6th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Margaret River Wine Region Travel Info

Weather in Margaret River Wine Region

Temperature

Average temperatures in Margaret River Wine Region vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Margaret River Wine Region, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 83°F (28.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.5°F (14.2°C) at night.

Margaret River Wine Region Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Margaret River Wine Region Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Margaret River Wine Region Perceived Temperature (F)

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Margaret River Wine Region Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Margaret River Wine Region Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 80.8 67.7 56
Feb 82.3 68.8 57.2
Mar 78.2 65.6 53.4
Apr 72.8 61.6 50.6
May 67.1 57.3 47.2
Jun 63.6 55.1 46.1
Jul 61.6 53.4 44.3
Aug 62.8 54.3 45.3
Sep 63.8 55.3 45.9
Oct 68.6 58.1 47.4
Nov 73 61.5 50.1
Dec 76.5 64.3 53

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.1 19.8 13.3
Feb 27.9 20.4 14
Mar 25.7 18.7 11.9
Apr 22.7 16.4 10.3
May 19.5 14.1 8.4
Jun 17.6 12.8 7.8
Jul 16.4 11.9 6.8
Aug 17.1 12.4 7.4
Sep 17.7 12.9 7.7
Oct 20.3 14.5 8.6
Nov 22.8 16.4 10.1
Dec 24.7 17.9 11.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Margaret River Wine Region are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late December. For example, on the week of December 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.

When can you find snow in Margaret River Wine Region? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Margaret River Wine Region.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Margaret River Wine Region (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 2% 0 0.3
Feb 4% 0 0.3
Mar 6% 0 1.1
Apr 22% 0 3.2
May 31% 0 5.6
Jun 40% 0 6.2
Jul 46% 0 7.8
Aug 41% 0 5.6
Sep 40% 0 5.2
Oct 20% 0 2
Nov 15% 0 1.6
Dec 5% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.8
Feb 4 0 0.8
Mar 6 0 2.8
Apr 22 0 8.1
May 31 0 14.2
Jun 40 0 15.7
Jul 46 0 19.8
Aug 41 0 14.2
Sep 40 0 13.2
Oct 20 0 5.1
Nov 15 0 4.1
Dec 5 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Margaret River Wine Region has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is February (55.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (74.1%).

Wind in Margaret River Wine Region is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.9 knots (10.3 MPH or 16.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 14.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Margaret River Wine Region.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.9 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Feb 8.6 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Apr 5.6 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 9.5 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.3 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Sep 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Dec 8.4 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.9%
Feb 55.8%
Mar 59.6%
Apr 67.1%
May 73.2%
Jun 74.1%
Jul 73.8%
Aug 71.5%
Sep 67%
Oct 66.6%
Nov 61.5%
Dec 58.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Margaret River Wine Region?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Margaret River Wine Region, WT, Australia is January, followed by December and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Margaret River Wine Region in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 67.8 in November means 67.8% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Margaret River Wine Region Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 82.2°F (27.9°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 12 to 14 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Margaret River Wine Region, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 63°F (17.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 12 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Margaret River Wine Region to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83°F (28.3°C) and 72.8°F (22.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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