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Cranbourne Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Cranbourne is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Cranbourne, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 7°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Cranbourne receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 773 mm. Cranbourne experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 85 mm in September, the wettest month, and 42 mm in March, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Cranbourne can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Melbourne, Australia (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Melbourne, Australia (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Forecast for Cranbourne

Wed   Jan 15
28°C | 14°C
SW 6 m/s
12 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Thu   Jan 16
21°C | 12°C
S 5 m/s
0.2 mm
overcast and  chance of slight rain

overcast and chance of slight rain

Fri   Jan 17
24°C | 13°C
S 6 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Cranbourne in Australia

During the months of March, April, October, 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:
  • When is summer in Cranbourne?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Cranbourne?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cranbourne?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cranbourne?
    September tops the wettest month list with 85 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cranbourne?
    March is the driest month with 42 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Cranbourne?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.

  • 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.