Climate of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Point-value climate at Melbourne (Victoria, Australia). Population approximately 4,170,000.
Located in Victoria, Australia, Melbourne has a seasonal climate. Population approximately 4,170,000. Monthly average temperatures range from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in July to 20.6°C / 69.1°F in February, with rainfall varying from 44 mm / 1.7 in (March) to 68 mm / 2.7 in (October) — about 665 mm / 26.2 in across the year. Melbourne is the capital of Victoria. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Melbourne's coordinates — often quite different from the surrounding region's area-weighted average.
Best sunny months: February, March.
Best time to visit Melbourne →
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| February | 20.6°C69.1°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.8°C65.8°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 15.7°C60.3°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 13.1°C55.6°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 10.5°C50.9°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| July | 9.8°C49.6°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| August | 10.8°C51.4°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| September | 12.4°C54.3°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| October | 14.5°C58.1°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| November | 16.4°C61.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 18.5°C65.3°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Melbourne?
The months with the sunniest, driest weather are February, March. Melbourne's warmest month is February at an average of 20.6°C / 69.1°F, and its driest month is March with about 44 mm / 1.7 in of rain.
What is the climate of Melbourne?
Melbourne, in Victoria, Australia, has monthly average temperatures ranging from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in July to 20.6°C / 69.1°F in February. Annual rainfall is approximately 665 mm / 26.2 in, with the wettest month being October (68 mm / 2.7 in) and the driest March (44 mm / 1.7 in).
What is the average temperature in Melbourne in February?
The average temperature in Melbourne in February is 20.6°C / 69.1°F, with rainfall of about 47 mm / 1.9 in — the warmest month of the year.
When is the driest month in Melbourne?
The driest month in Melbourne is March, with about 44 mm / 1.7 in of average monthly rainfall. Average temperature that month is 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
When is the wettest month in Melbourne?
The wettest month in Melbourne is October, with approximately 68 mm / 2.7 in of average monthly rainfall.