Climate of Victoria, Australia
Area-weighted average across Victoria. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Victoria, a subdivision of Australia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7.9°C / 46.2°F in July to 20.4°C / 68.7°F in February, with rainfall from 35 mm / 1.4 in to 73 mm / 2.9 in depending on the season (681 mm / 26.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20.4°C68.7°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18°C64.4°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 14.4°C57.9°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 11.4°C52.5°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| June | 8.8°C47.8°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 7.9°C46.2°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| August | 8.9°C48°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| September | 10.8°C51.4°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| October | 13.2°C55.8°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 15.7°C60.3°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| December | 18.2°C64.8°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Victoria?
The best months to visit Victoria, Australia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, December. The warmest month is February at an area-wide average of 20.4°C / 68.7°F, and the driest is February with about 35 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Victoria?
Victoria, Australia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.9°C / 46.2°F in July to 20.4°C / 68.7°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 681 mm / 26.8 in, with the wettest month being August (73 mm / 2.9 in) and the driest February (35 mm / 1.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Victoria?
The hottest month in Victoria is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.4°C / 68.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Victoria?
The coldest month in Victoria is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.9°C / 46.2°F.
When does it rain most in Victoria?
The wettest month in Victoria is August, averaging about 73 mm / 2.9 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 35 mm / 1.4 in.