Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High25.9°C
Low6.6°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Australia Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne experiences a temperate climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 13°C / 55°F in July to a high of 26°C / 79°F in January.
Annual rainfall patterns show an average of 53 mm / 2.1 inches per month, with November being the wettest (69 mm / 2.7 inches) and March the driest (37 mm / 1.5 inches).
UV peaks in January (index 9) and drops to its lowest in June (index 3); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in December with around 14.7 hours of daylight, while June has the shortest days at about 9.6 hours.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Melbourne.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
69 mm
November carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (6.7)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
14 km/h
August is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
64 %to80 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Melbourne, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Melbourne compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Australia for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Australia
#10 / 14
COOLEST (AVG)
in Australia
#5 / 14
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Australia
#11 / 14
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Australia
#5 / 14
HIGHEST UV
in Australia
#11 / 14
MOST HUMID
in Australia
#11 / 14
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Melbourne, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Melbourne feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 19°C (66°F), with nights near 11°C (52°F). Overall it feels mild by day and cool after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne for dry weather?
The driest month is usually March, with around 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Melbourne?
UV tends to peak in January, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Melbourne a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 14 km/h (9 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 68 km/h (42 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Melbourne get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.