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Kangaroo Island

Visit in January — score 81/100 · avg high 90°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#1
90°/59°F
5 rain days
14.2h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

February

#2
87°/59°F
4 rain days
13.3h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

March

84°/58°F
6 rain days
12.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

April

77°/56°F
8 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

70°/54°F
12 rain days
10.1h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

June

64°/51°F
17 rain days
9.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

63°/50°F
17 rain days
9.8h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

August

66°/50°F
13 rain days
10.6h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

September

70°/50°F
9 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

76°/51°F
5 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

82°/53°F
5 rain days
13.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

#3
85°/56°F
5 rain days
14.4h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8167°90°59°51914.2hVery HighAbove avg
February8167°87°59°41513.3hVery HighAbove avg
March7566°84°58°62412.3hHighAverage
April6663°77°56°83411.1hModerateAverage
May5460°70°54°124910.1hLowBelow avg
June3557°64°51°17679.6hModerateBelow avg
July3555°63°50°17679.8hLowBelow avg
August4655°66°50°135110.6hLowBelow avg
September5757°70°50°93711.8hModerateBelow avg
October7159°76°51°52112.9hModerateAverage
November7762°82°53°52013.9hHighAverage
December8164°85°56°51914.4hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
69/100
High
76°F
Low
51°F
Rain days
7/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Kangaroo Island (September, October, November) brings average highs of 76°F and lows of 51°F, with about 7 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 69/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 77/100.

Summer

Score
81/100
High
87°F
Low
58°F
Rain days
4/mo
Crowds
very high

Summer in Kangaroo Island (December, January, February) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 58°F, with about 4 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and peak pricing accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 81/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 81/100.

Fall

Score
65/100
High
77°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
9/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Kangaroo Island (March, April, May) brings average highs of 77°F and lows of 56°F, with about 9 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 65/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 75/100.

Winter

Score
39/100
High
64°F
Low
50°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
moderate

Winter in Kangaroo Island (June, July, August) brings average highs of 64°F and lows of 50°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 39/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 46/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Kangaroo Island?
The best month to visit Kangaroo Island is January, with an overall travel score of 81/100. Expect average highs of 90°F, about 5 rainy days, and very high tourist crowds.
Is Kangaroo Island expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Kangaroo Island are relatively moderate, averaging 73% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is August.
What is the weather like in Kangaroo Island in December?
December in Kangaroo Island has average highs of 85°F and lows of 56°F, with approximately 5 rainy days and 14.4 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 81/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Kangaroo Island?
The most affordable time to visit Kangaroo Island is August, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are low in August, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is June (score: 35/100).

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