Australia (Melbourne) · October
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
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
October in Australia (Melbourne) at 20°C (68°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 20°C (68°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 45 mm (1.8 in) total. At 15°C (59°F), the water is still quite cool in October — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Spring is moody: sun, showers and wind alternate by the hour, and four seasons in one day is no cliché here. Gardens bloom, November turns festive around Melbourne Cup weekend, and the beach season edges closer.
Packing list for Australia (Melbourne) in October
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Australia (Melbourne)?
- October is not an optimal month for Australia (Melbourne) (Score: 61/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, and December.
- How warm is it in Australia (Melbourne) in October?
- In October, Australia (Melbourne) sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 4°C (39°F).
- How much rain falls in Australia (Melbourne) in October?
- In October, Australia (Melbourne) receives an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Melbourne) get in October?
- Australia (Melbourne) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in October — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Melbourne) in October?
- Water temperature in Australia (Melbourne) in October averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
