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Ballarat Climate by Month

The temperature in Ballarat can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Ballarat can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in January. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 11°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 4°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Ballarat experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 670 mm yearly. Ballarat can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 76 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 33 mm of rainfall, spread across 10 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Ballarat in Australia

During the months of January, February, March, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Ballarat?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ballarat?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ballarat?
    September tops the wettest month list with 76 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ballarat?
    March is the driest month with 33 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Ballarat

    Sat   Dec 14
    29°C | 10°C
    W 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    33°C | 12°C
    NW 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    38°C | 20°C
    N 36 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain