Melbourne Airport Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Melbourne Airport: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Melbourne Airport 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 | 80° | 59° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 80° | 58° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 76° | 57° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 53° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 63° | 48° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 56° | 45° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 55° | 44° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 59° | 45° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 47° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 48° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 71° | 53° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 75° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Melbourne Airport
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Melbourne Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Melbourne Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzroy | 12 mi | 60°F | about the same | 31 in |
| St Kilda | 16 mi | 60°F | about the same | 32 in |
| Mount Kosciuszko | 206 mi | 38°F | 53°F cooler | 58 in |
| Tasmania | 268 mi | 45°F | 46°F cooler | 52 in |
| Australian Capital Territory | 277 mi | 55°F | 36°F cooler | 26 in |
Best time to visit Melbourne Airport
Go in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November 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.
What this means for Melbourne Airport
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 7.7°F below the 67°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,6 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Visibility is down to 1,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 52°F.
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 Airport is an airport in Melbourne. Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Melbourne Airport with light drizzle. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 53°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.1/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Melbourne Airport is January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November 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.
Nearby highlights include Mount Kosciuszko.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 7.7°F below the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Melbourne Airport today at 9.1/10. Visibility is down to 1,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Melbourne Airport?
Melbourne Airport is an airport in Melbourne. Its coordinates are -37.669, 144.841. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Melbourne Airport right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 80% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne Airport?
January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Melbourne Airport, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Melbourne Airport in?
Melbourne Airport observes Australia/Melbourne (UTC+10:00). The local time is 3:39 PM.
What are the top things to do in Melbourne Airport?
Popular options include Mount Kosciuszko.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - 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 October 2, 2026 at 3:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
