Staircase to the Moon, Broome, 2025
STAIRCASE TO THE MOON, BROOME, WA – 2025 DATES
The Staircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon that can be seen in Broome, Western Australia. In 2025, the Staircase to the Moon happens between March and October when a full moon rises over the exposed tidal flats of Roebuck Bay.
What exactly is the staircase to the moon? Well, imagine that the low tide has retreated, and there are puddles of water on the tidal flats. A full moon rises across the bay, and as it does, the pools reflect its light and a staircase effect is created. It’s so clear it seems like you could walk up it.
Similar effects can be seen on other water bodies around the northwest, but the Kimberley’s huge tides and dark nights create a shimmering staircase reflected from a rising full moon, making this natural phenomenon especially spectacular.
The best viewing spots are the Mangrove Hotel and Town Beach (Guwarri), where popular Staircase night markets are held when the full moon rises from April to October. So bring your picnic rug, grab some tucker from the food vans and enjoy one of nature’s true wonders.
| MARCH 2025 | APRIL 2025 | MAY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 15th 6.40pm | Monday 14th 6.21pm | Wednesday 14th 6.26pm |
| Sunday 16th 7.12pm | Tuesday 15th 6.59pm | Thursday 15th 7.17pm |
| Monday 17th 7.45pm | Wednesday 16th 7.42pm | Friday 16th 8.11pm |
| JUNE 2025 | JULY 2025 | AUGUST 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 12th 6.06pm | Friday 11th 5.53pm | Sunday 10th 6.37pm |
| Friday 13th 7.03pm | Saturday 12th 6.52pm | Monday 11th 7.34pm |
| Saturday 14th 8.01pm | Sunday 13th 7.49pm | Tuesday 12th 8.31pm |
| SEPTEMBER 2025 | OCTOBER 2025 |
|---|---|
| Monday 8th 6.19pm | Wednesday 8th 7.04pm |
| Tuesday 9th 7.18pm | Thursday 9th 8.10pm |
| Wednesday 10th 8.18pm | Friday 10th 9.19pm |
Note: Total Lunar Eclipse visible – begins 11.28pm 7th September, maximum 2.11am and ending at 4.55am 8th September.
Dates obtained from Broome Visitor Centre.
