Month guide · Perth · Australia
Perth in February
What February is really like in Perth: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 13.3 hours of daylight. Often the hottest month, with very little rain and the warmest sea.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in February
February is the warmest month in Perth: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 28 days. Compared with January (31°C (88°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs drop to around 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 05:55
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 19:07
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Autumn (March–May). Warm, settled weather and calmer winds — excellent for Rottnest, beaches and wine touring.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in February
- Perth Festival (usually February to March)
- Rottnest Channel Swim (usually February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Swan Valley
Swan Valley
Western Australia's oldest wine region, about 25 km northeast of the CBD, is lined with wineries, breweries, a distillery, chocolate and nougat makers and fruit stalls.
- Time needed
- Half to full day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Food
- Couples
- Outdoors
Zoo · Swan Valley
Caversham Wildlife Park
Combine it with a Swan Valley lunch; the park is a short drive from the wineries.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
Architecture · East Perth
Matagarup Bridge and Optus Stadium
A sweeping pedestrian bridge over the Swan River links East Perth with Optus Stadium, home to AFL and international cricket.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- After dark
- Views
Beach · Scarborough
Scarborough Beach
Swim between the flags; the surf can be strong and rips are common.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Active
- Outdoors
The sea averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Perth.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 18°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Perth?
A shoulder-season month, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, March–April and September–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Perth in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Perth?
It is a shoulder-season month. Often the hottest month, with very little rain and the warmest sea.
+How warm is Perth in February?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Perth in February?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.