Melbourne Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Melbourne has a temperate maritime climate, with mild winters and warm summers. During summer you can regularly experience a heat wave which means the temperature can reach well over 40°C (104°F) for several days.
Melbourne is a spectacular combination of old and new architecture, elegant streetscapes, ethnic communities and lavish parks and gardens. High season for holidays in Melbourne are dictated more by events than the weather, so it is wise to check what's on and book accommodation early. Weather-wise it is best not to travel to Melbourne in winter, when it is grey and a bit cold. The best season to holiday in Melbourne is autumn (March to May).
Monthly Temperature in Melbourne
Visitors to Melbourne can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C (57°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) in January to around 7°C (45°F) during July.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Melbourne
Generally, Melbourne experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 690 mm (27 in) yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 69 mm (2.7 in) of precipitation, spread over 10 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month March experiences a drier climate, with about 40 mm (1.6 in) of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Melbourne 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 Melbourne
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Melbourne. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Melbourne
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 13°C (55°F) in August to 17°C (63°F) in January.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Melbourne by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Melbourne.
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
Wind Speed in Melbourne
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Melbourne 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Melbourne
During January, February, March, April, October, November and December, Melbourne experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 20°C (67°F) and 26°C (79°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 40 mm (1.6 in) and 67 mm (2.6 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
