Phillip Island Weather in October

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

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Cowes Rhyll

Are you planning a trip a to Phillip Island, Australia in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Phillip Island in October

Phillip Island, Australia is a region in Australia. October in Phillip Island generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Cowes.

For specific regional insights in Phillip Island, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

October is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 74 mm (2.9 in) in Cowes.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Cowes sees close to 230 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Phillip Island 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 Phillip Island

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

Temperature range in Phillip Island (October)

Precipitation variation in Phillip Island (October)

Cowes

In October Cowes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
230 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Cowes →

Rhyll

In October Rhyll generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Rhyll →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Phillip Island, in Australia.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cowes 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Rhyll 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Phillip Island weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Phillip Island, Australia in October?

Phillip Island, Australia typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cowes average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Phillip Island, Australia in October?

Average temperatures in Phillip Island, Australia during October range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Cowes.

Does Phillip Island, Australia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Phillip Island, Australia. Cowes averages only about 74 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Phillip Island, Australia?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Phillip Island, Australia with overall pleasant weather in Cowes. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Cowes. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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