Ballarat Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
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 maximum day and minimum 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, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
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. For more details, please visit our Ballarat Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Ballarat.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 71%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 36%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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:
January has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 76 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 33 mm of precipitation.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
