Australia weather in October
What is the weather like in Australia in October?
The weather conditions in Australia in October vary from unpleasant to perfect depending on the destination.
During October in Australia, the average maximum temperature varies from moderate in Strahan with 13°C (55°F) to very high in Turkey Creek with 39°C (102°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Turkey Creek and 4°C (38°F) in Strahan.
Precipitation in October varies from almost none in Karratha with an average of 1.2mm (0 inches) of rainfall to high in Gerringong with 119mm (4.7 inches).
It is also generally a
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We invite you to have a look at the map below to discover more about the various weather conditions around Australia.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Australia?
Average weather in Melbourne
In October Melbourne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Sydney
In October Sydney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (71°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Gold Coast
In October Gold Coast generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Brisbane
In October Brisbane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Perth
In October Perth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Australia.
Is October the best time to go to Australia?
In our opinion October is a good time to visit Australia with commonly tolerable weather in Melbourne. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Australia is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Melbourne.
The worst months are June, July and August that can have poor weather conditions.
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