Eltham Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Eltham can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to mild.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Eltham. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in January to a moderate 14°C in July.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 6°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Eltham has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 781 mm of rainfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, September, sees around 82 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, March, still receives a respectable 44 mm of rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Eltham, 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C in August to 17°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Eltham.
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
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 3 m/s. It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and higher in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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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 Eltham in Australia
During the months of March, April, 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in January, February, March and December.
January has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 82 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 44 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.
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