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Australia Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Australia in October.

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Planning a getaway to Australia this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Australia in October

The weather in Australia in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Liawenee at 12°C (54°F) to very hot in Purnululu National Park at 39°C (102°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Purnululu National Park and 1°C (34°F) in Liawenee.

For a closer look at conditions across Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Exmouth with an average of 0.5 mm (0.02 in) to heavy rainfall in Strahan with 187 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Melbourne enjoys approximately 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Australia in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Australia

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Australia?

Temperature range in Australia (October)

Precipitation variation in Australia (October)

Melbourne

In October Melbourne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
230 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Melbourne →

Sydney

In October Sydney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
248 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sydney →

Gold Coast

In October Gold Coast generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
255 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gold Coast →

Brisbane

In October Brisbane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
270 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brisbane →

Perth

In October Perth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
298 hours
318 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Perth →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Australia in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sydney 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Cairns 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Gold Coast 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Perth 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Uluru 33°C (91°F) 17°C (63°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Australia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Australia in October?

Expect perfect weather across Australia in October. The popular destination of Melbourne averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Australia in October?

Melbourne averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Australia get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Australia during October, with Melbourne averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Australia?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Australia with overall perfect weather in Melbourne. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be tolerable.

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