Australia (Melbourne) · February
Best travel monthTravel 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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
February is one of the best months to visit Australia (Melbourne) — with 8 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 26°C (79°F).
Daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 37°C (99°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 39 mm (1.5 in) total. Sea temperature is 22°C (72°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
High summer with a packed sports calendar: in January everything revolves around the Australian Open, and in the evenings rooftop bars and open-air cinemas fill up. The heat comes in bursts, and a cool southerly front often ends a day well above 30°C (86°F) within hours. Anyone heading for the Great Ocean Road starts early.
Packing list for Australia (Melbourne) in February
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Australia (Melbourne)?
- Yes — February is one of the best months to visit Australia (Melbourne) (Climate Score: 82/100). Pleasant temperatures (26°C (79°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Australia (Melbourne) in February?
- In February, Australia (Melbourne) sees daily highs of 26°C (79°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 37°C (99°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Australia (Melbourne) in February?
- In February, Australia (Melbourne) receives an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Melbourne) get in February?
- Australia (Melbourne) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in February — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Melbourne) in February?
- Water temperature in Australia (Melbourne) in February averages 22°C (72°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
