Best Time to Visit Melbourne
Best time to visit Melbourne: January, February, March, April, September, October and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Melbourne
Go in January, February, March, April, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Melbourne month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 60° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 80° | 59° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 76° | 58° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 53° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 63° | 48° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 57° | 45° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 56° | 44° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 60° | 45° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 48° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 49° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 70° | 54° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 75° | 56° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Melbourne compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Melbourne.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kosciuszko | 205 mi | 38°F | 53°F cooler | 56 in |
| Tasmania | 257 mi | 45°F | 46°F cooler | 52 in |
| Australian Capital Territory | 277 mi | 55°F | 37°F cooler | 25 in |
| Canberra | 290 mi | 56°F | 35°F cooler | 24 in |
| Tasmania | 308 mi | 46°F | 45°F cooler | 29 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Melbourne
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each district in Melbourne
2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Melbourne is a city in Victoria. Melbourne is known for Laneways, coffee and sport. It has a population of about 5.1 million.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Melbourne with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 46°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 33%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Melbourne is January, February, March, April, September, October and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Kosciuszko.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 59°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Melbourne today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Melbourne right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:53 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 60° / 50°
Light drizzle · 41% rain · wind 10 mph
☁️ 63° / 43°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in Melbourne
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Melbourne.
Quick facts about Melbourne
Explore Melbourne
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Melbourne?
Melbourne is a city in Victoria. Its coordinates are -37.8136, 144.9631. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Melbourne right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
January, February, March, April, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Melbourne, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Melbourne in?
Melbourne observes Australia/Melbourne (UTC+10:00). The local time is 7:53 PM.
How many people live in Melbourne?
Melbourne has a population of approximately 5.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Melbourne?
The closest airports are Melbourne Airport (MEL), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Melbourne?
Popular options include Mount Kosciuszko.
What places are in Melbourne?
Melbourne covers 3 places in this atlas, including Melbourne Airport, Fitzroy and St Kilda.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 7:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
