Best Time To Visit The Kimberley: Dry vs Wet Season (Month-by-Month Guide)
The best time to visit the Kimberley is during the dry season, from May to September.
This is when roads are open, tours operate, and temperatures are manageable.
Because the Kimberley is extremely seasonal, visiting at the wrong time can mean closed roads, cancelled tours, and limited access. This guide explains exactly when to go — and when to avoid.
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⭐ Best Time to Visit the Kimberley
Best time to visit the Kimberley:
- May to September (dry season)
- Best months: June, July, August
- Avoid: October to April (wet season)
Kimberley Seasons Explained
☀️ Dry Season (May–September) — Best Time to Visit
Best for: First-time visitors, tours, road trips
- Roads open (including Gibb River Road)
- Tours fully operational
- Cooler nights, warm days
- Waterfalls still flowing early season
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🌧 Wet Season (October–April) — Not Recommended
Best for: Experienced travellers only
- Extreme heat and humidity
- Major road closures
- Very limited tours
- Flooding common
For most travellers, this season makes the Kimberley inaccessible.
Best Time to Visit the Kimberley by Month (Snippet List)
- May–June: Excellent conditions, waterfalls flowing
- July–August: Peak season, best weather, busiest
- September: Fewer crowds, still dry
- October–April: Not recommended
Best Time for Kimberley Tours
June to August is the best time for:
- Multi-day 4WD tours
- Gibb River Road tours
- Scenic flights
Final Advice on When to Visit the Kimberley
If you remember one thing:
Only visit the Kimberley during the dry season unless you are highly experienced.
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