Tomorrow in Melbourne looks
partly cloudy, with a high of 59°
and an overnight low of 48°.
Precipitation chance is modest at 36%.
Winds top out near 11 mph,
and the UV index reaches 10 (very high).
Melbourne averages 9.2 hours of sunshine per day, with December the brightest month. Temperatures peak in January and reach their annual low point in July.
Sunshine, rain and seasonal change
Rain and sunshine
About 739 mm (29.1 inches) falls across 119 wet days, with 9.2 hours of sunshine on an average day.
Seasonal change
January highs reach 80°F (26°C), while July lows fall to 44°F (6°C).
Typical day and night
Melbourne averages 67°F (20°C) by day and 51°F (10°C) at night across the year.
Planning between destinations? Compare
Melbourne vs Sydney weather
month by month, including average temperatures, rain and sunshine.
Common questions
When does it rain most in Melbourne?
November, at 3.2 inches (81 mm) over about 11 days. February is the driest month, at 1.2 inches (32 mm).
When is Melbourne at its hottest?
January, averaging 80°F (26°C) by day and 60°F (15°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 112°F (44°C).
Does it snow in Melbourne?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Melbourne shows no regular measurable snowfall.
How much sun does Melbourne get?
9.2 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in December at 11.5 hours.
How cold does Melbourne get in winter?
July nights average 44°F (6°C). Chilly rather than harsh - hard freezes are uncommon.
What is the best month to go to Melbourne?
Aim for January to May and September if you get the choice: warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up, and highs average 71°F (21°C) against roughly 9 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in January.
When is Melbourne at its coldest?
July, with highs of 56°F (13°C) and lows near 44°F (6°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 29°F (-2°C).