Melbourne weather
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Melbourne, in Australia, has its warmest weather in January, when daytime temperatures average 26.1°C, while July nights are the coldest at around 6.3°C. The city sees roughly 870mm of rain a year; October is normally the wettest month and February the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.1° | 14.9° | 95mm | 9 |
| Feb | 25° | 14.3° | 41mm | 6 |
| Mar | 23.3° | 13.4° | 47mm | 8 |
| Apr | 19.4° | 10.5° | 88mm | 10 |
| May | 15.9° | 7.9° | 61mm | 11 |
| Jun | 13.6° | 6.7° | 70mm | 12 |
| Jul | 13.1° | 6.3° | 58mm | 12 |
| Aug | 15° | 7.4° | 58mm | 13 |
| Sep | 17.1° | 8.2° | 69mm | 12 |
| Oct | 18.7° | 9.1° | 118mm | 14 |
| Nov | 21.4° | 11.5° | 91mm | 12 |
| Dec | 23.7° | 12.6° | 74mm | 10 |
Seasons in Melbourne
Spring (September–November). Daytime highs in Melbourne climb from 17.1°C in September to 21.4°C by November, while nights ease from 8.2°C to 11.5°C. The season brings around 278mm of rain in total.
Summer (December–February). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 24.9°C, peaking in January at 26.1°C. February is usually the driest of the summer months (41mm over ~6 rainy days). Around the December solstice, Melbourne gets roughly 14.6 hours of daylight.
Autumn (March–May). Daytime temperatures fall from 23.3°C in March to 15.9°C by May, with around 196mm of rain across the season.
Winter (June–August). Nights average 6.8°C, with July the coldest month (average low 6.3°C, daytime high 13.1°C). Expect about 37 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 9.4 hours of daylight in mid-June.
How Melbourne compares
| Melbourne | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 870mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 129 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 24.9°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 6.8°C | 3.4°C |
Melbourne is about 17% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Melbourne weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Melbourne?
January is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, with average daytime highs of 26.1°C. Summer afternoons (December–February) average around 24.9°C.
What is the wettest month in Melbourne?
October is usually the wettest month, with around 118mm of rain over roughly 14 rainy days. February is typically the driest (41mm).
How much does it rain in Melbourne per year?
Melbourne receives roughly 870mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 129 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Melbourne?
Winter nights (June–August) in Melbourne average around 6.8°C, with July typically the coldest month (average low 6.3°C).
When is the best time to visit Melbourne for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Melbourne. February is typically the driest of the warm months (41mm of rain), while January is the warmest, averaging 26.1°C by day — and near the December solstice there are around 15 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Melbourne's weather compare with the UK?
Melbourne receives 870mm of rain a year, about 17% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 24.9°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 6.8°C versus 3.4°C.