Melbourne weather in September (Victoria, Australia)

Curious about the September weather in Melbourne? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In September, Melbourne typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 17°C, while nights can cool down to about 8°C.

Melbourne in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 185 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Melbourne. January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Melbourne climate page with graphs.

 

Melbourne, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Water Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 52%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 185 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in Australia in September

Find out more about the weather in Australia in September and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Melbourne in September?

For visitors traveling to Melbourne, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in September.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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