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Victoria Weather in October

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

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Planning a getaway to Victoria, 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 Victoria in October

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. In October, Victoria experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Dinner Plain at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Mildura at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Mildura and 3°C (37°F) in Dinner Plain.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 25 mm (1 in) to high rainfall in Warburton with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Melbourne gets approximately 230 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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)

January26°C (79°F) February26°C (79°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May17°C (63°F) This monthJune15°C (59°F) July14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September17°C (63°F) October20°C (68°F) November22°C (72°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Victoria in October

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

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 Victoria

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

Temperature range in Victoria (October)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (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
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Daylesford

In October Daylesford generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Bendigo

In October Bendigo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bendigo →

Warrnambool

In October Warrnambool generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Warrnambool →

Ballarat

In October Ballarat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Victoria, in Australia.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Daylesford 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Bendigo 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Warrnambool 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Ballarat 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Hepburn Springs 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Victoria weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Victoria, Australia typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Melbourne average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

In Melbourne, the average daytime high in October is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

October is on the drier side in Victoria, Australia. Melbourne averages only about 66 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Victoria, Australia with overall perfect weather in Melbourne. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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