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Oakleigh Weather in October

October in Oakleigh brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 73 mm (2.9 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Oakleigh in October

You can expect rain on roughly 12 days based on historical data, averaging 73 mm (2.9 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Oakleigh in October

If you're visiting Oakleigh in October, expect highs of 19°C (66°F) and overnight lows around 9°C (48°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Oakleigh in October

There are approximately 230 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Oakleigh in October

October has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in October

The water temperature is 14°C (57°F), chilly, but perfectly fine for a swim if you're not too sensitive to cold water. A short wetsuit can make longer sessions more comfortable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best weather for Oakleigh.

Oakleigh Temperature in October

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Water Temperature
14°C (57°F) *
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
48% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
230 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (14 KM, 9 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Oakleigh in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Oakleigh in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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