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Eltham Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Eltham’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations, monthly averages, and other controlling factors.

Monthly Temperature Averages

In Eltham, temperatures can shift dramatically between warm in summer and mild in winter. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in January to a moderate 14°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 6°C, particularly during the colder months.

The chart below illustrates the average day and night temperatures in Eltham throughout the year:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.

January, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 57 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. For more information, please visit our Eltham Precipitation page.

Annual Temperatures in Australia Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Annual
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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Eltham Temperatures Compared World Wide

Eltham’s average annual maximum temperature is 20°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.

Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters than Amsterdam.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Temperatures in the Mountains

Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.

  • Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
  • Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.

For more detailed information about Eltham’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Eltham climate page.


Current temperature in Eltham

Wed   Dec 18
24°C | 12°C
S 5 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Thu   Dec 19
31°C | 9°C
SE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Fri   Dec 20
36°C | 14°C
SW 5 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Interested in more climate information?

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