Geography of Melbourne
Geography of Melbourne: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Melbourne
Mount Kosciuszko is 205 mi to the north-east, Tasmania is 257 mi to the south, Australian Capital Territory is 277 mi to the north-east and Canberra is 290 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 37°48′49″S 144°57′47.2″E (-37.8136, 144.9631)
Quick facts about Melbourne
Geography by airport in Melbourne
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by district in Melbourne
2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
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 62°F (16°C) in Melbourne with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 49°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 46%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
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 62°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Melbourne today at 9.1/10. 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.
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).
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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 62°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 58% and wind is 10 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 5:38 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 5:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
