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Victoria Weather in April

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

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

What to Expect in Victoria in April

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. Victoria, Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During April, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Dinner Plain at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Mildura at 25°C (77°F). At night it cools down to 11°C (52°F) in Mildura and 5°C (41°F) in Dinner Plain.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Warburton with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Melbourne receives about 180 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Victoria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Victoria - and find the best time to visit. (based on Melbourne)

Best Places to Visit in Victoria in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Victoria.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Victoria

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Victoria, Australia?

Temperature range in Victoria (April)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (April)

Melbourne

In April Melbourne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
180 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Daylesford

In April Daylesford generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Bendigo

In April Bendigo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Warrnambool

In April Warrnambool generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Ballarat

In April Ballarat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Victoria in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Daylesford 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Bendigo 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Warrnambool 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Ballarat 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Hepburn Springs 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

Victoria weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Victoria, Australia in April?

Expect excellent weather across Victoria, Australia in April. The popular destination of Melbourne averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Victoria, Australia in April?

Daytime temperatures in Melbourne peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in April, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Victoria, Australia get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Victoria, Australia during April, with Melbourne averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit Victoria, Australia with overall excellent 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 excellent weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be good.

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