Australia (Melbourne) · January
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.
January is one of the best months to visit Australia (Melbourne) — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 27°C (81°F).
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 40°C (104°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 42 mm (1.7 in) total. The sea is 21°C (70°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
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.
Events & Festivals
- Australian Openmid-January to early February
The year's first Grand Slam tennis tournament is played at Melbourne Park on the edge of the city centre. For around three weeks the precinct is the city's meeting point for matches and entertainment, and hotels are busy throughout.
Packing list for Australia (Melbourne) in January
- 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 January a good time to visit Australia (Melbourne)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Australia (Melbourne) (Climate Score: 83/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (4) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Australia (Melbourne) in January?
- In January, Australia (Melbourne) sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 40°C (104°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Australia (Melbourne) in January?
- In January, Australia (Melbourne) receives an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Melbourne) get in January?
- Australia (Melbourne) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in January — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Melbourne) in January?
- Water temperature in Australia (Melbourne) in January averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
