Broome, Australia
Western Australia · Australia
Broome is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 14,660. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 14,660 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.9554°, 122.2392° |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Western Australia |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.5 inches (672 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Broome
Broome is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 14,660. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.
Climate in Broome
Broome has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Dec (30.3°C), the coldest is Jul (21.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 303.0 sq mi (784.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9554°S, 122.2392°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86°F (30°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 85°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 86°F (30°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
Broome has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 71°F in July to 86°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.5") and August the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Broome
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Regional TAFE (Broome Campus) | College | - | Visit → |
| The University of Notre Dame Australia (Broome Campus) | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Broome
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broome Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Broome
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Broome
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broome Historical Museum |
Libraries in Broome
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broome Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Broome
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courthouse Markets |
Hotels in Broome
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Broome
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Broome
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Broome
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Broome
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Broome
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Broome
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Broome
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Broome
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Broome
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Broome
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Broome International Airport | BME | Large Airport |
| Eco Beach Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Grange Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roebuck Plains Roadhouse Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Broome
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Broome
What is the population of Broome?
Broome has a population of 14,660 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Broome?
Broome has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.
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