Best Time to Visit Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Melbourne is at its sunniest and driest in February–March.
The best time to visit Melbourne for sunny, dry weather is February–March — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–August and January–April; the wetter half falls in May and September–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in July to 20.6°C / 69.1°F in February, with rainfall from 44 mm / 1.7 in (March) to 68 mm / 2.7 in (October). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Melbourne's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 20.6°C69.1°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.8°C65.8°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
The best time to visit Melbourne for sunny, dry weather is February, March. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 20.6°C / 69.1°F, and the driest is March with about 44 mm / 1.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Melbourne's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Melbourne?
The rainy season at Melbourne, Victoria runs through May and September–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 56 mm / 2.2 in. The wettest single month is October (68 mm / 2.7 in).
What is the driest month in Melbourne?
The driest month in Melbourne is March, averaging about 44 mm / 1.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Melbourne?
The least comfortable months for travel to Melbourne — based on point-value climate at the city — are June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 68 mm / 2.7 in in October, and the coldest month averages 9.8°C / 49.6°F.
Is Melbourne climate different from Australia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Melbourne figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Australia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Melbourne specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.