Macedon Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Macedon, Victoria, Australia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) in January, while winters cool to 12°C (54°F) in July.

The city receives around 653 mm (26 in) of rainfall per year. September is the wettest month and March the driest. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 9.2 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Macedon

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Macedon. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in January to a chilly 12°C (54°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 12°C (54°F) in January to 4°C (39°F) in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Macedon

Generally, Macedon has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 653 mm (26 in) of rainfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, September, sees around 68 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, March, still receives a respectable 34 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall. For more details, please visit our Macedon Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Macedon

In Macedon, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.2 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.1 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Melbourne, Australia (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Melbourne, Australia (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine

Data from: Melbourne, Australia (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Humidity in Macedon by Month

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Macedon.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 64%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 44%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Data from: Melbourne, Australia (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Macedon 3-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Macedon

During the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December, Macedon enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (65°F) to 26°C (79°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.

Rainfall during this time ranges from 34 mm (1.3 in) in March to 68 mm (2.7 in) in November. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.

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