Australia (Melbourne) · April
Low seasonAustralia · Oceania
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 27° (81°)18– (64–)40 (104) | 26° (79°)18– (64–)37 (99) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)35 (95) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)28 (82) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)10– (50–)18 (64) | 14° (57°)10– (50–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)30 (86) | 23° (73°)14– (57–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)16– (61–)38 (100) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)9– (48–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)15 (59) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)19 (66) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 5h UV 5 | 4h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 |
🌊Water Temp | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) | 18° (64°) | 15° (59°) | 13° (55°) | 12° (54°) | 12° (54°) | 13° (55°) | 15° (59°) | 18° (64°) | 20° (68°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d42mm (1.7") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 3d33mm (1.3") | 5d50mm (2.0") | 5d40mm (1.6") | 5d37mm (1.5") | 6d40mm (1.6") | 6d41mm (1.6") | 6d43mm (1.7") | 5d45mm (1.8") | 6d57mm (2.3") | 5d49mm (1.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
April in Australia (Melbourne) at 21°C (70°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are January, February, March, and December.
Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (50 mm (2.0 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Autumn is Melbourne's quiet best: leaves in the parks, March evenings that are still warm and café terraces with blankets. From April the hours of sunshine drop sharply, May turns noticeably fresh, and the city retreats into pubs, galleries and cinemas.
Packing list for Australia (Melbourne) in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Australia (Melbourne)?
- April is not an optimal month for Australia (Melbourne) (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, and December.
- How warm is it in Australia (Melbourne) in April?
- In April, Australia (Melbourne) sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Australia (Melbourne) in April?
- In April, Australia (Melbourne) receives an average of 50 mm (2.0 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Melbourne) get in April?
- Australia (Melbourne) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in April — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Melbourne) in April?
- Water temperature in Australia (Melbourne) in April averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
