Melbourne, United States experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Melbourne, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Melbourne, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.7/10
Best: February, March, April, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 27°C / 21°C
Feels Like 30°C / 23°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 108 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 20°C
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Avg Low25°C
Rain25days
Coldest Month
15°C
January
Avg High22°C
Rain6days
Driest Month
6days
January
Avg High22°C
Avg Low15°C
Windiest Month
19 km/h
April (Gusts 39)
Sea Temperature
20°C – 30°C
Warmest water: September (
29.5°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:27
Daylight 13.9h
Sunset 20:22
Live conditions—
Melbourne on the map · live conditions
Melbourne, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Melbourne
- Population
- 84.7K
- Elevation
- 6 m
- Coordinates
- 28.08°, -80.61°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 9 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 15 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 6 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 22°C / 15°C . Feb: 24°C / 17°C . Mar: 25°C / 18°C . Apr: 27°C / 20°C . May: 29°C / 22°C . Jun: 30°C / 25°C . Jul: 31°C / 25°C . Aug: 31°C / 26°C . Sep: 29°C / 25°C . Oct: 27°C / 23°C . Nov: 25°C / 20°C . Dec: 23°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 51 mm. Feb: 47 mm. Mar: 38 mm. Apr: 67 mm. May: 108 mm. Jun: 178 mm. Jul: 198 mm. Aug: 218 mm. Sep: 202 mm. Oct: 101 mm. Nov: 48 mm. Dec: 38 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 69%. Apr: 70%. May: 74%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 83%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 78%. Nov: 76%. Dec: 77%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 19 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 20°C . Feb: 21°C . Mar: 22°C . Apr: 24°C . May: 26°C . Jun: 27°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 27°C . Nov: 24°C . Dec: 21°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 6. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 5. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 13 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 31°C | Jul · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 13°C | Jan · 15°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 200 mm | Aug · 218 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 19 km/h | Apr · 19 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 15°C | 21°C / 14°C | 6days (51 mm) Good | 8h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February best | 24°C / 17°C | 25°C / 17°C | 6days (47 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 75% Muggy | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 25°C / 18°C | 26°C / 18°C | 6days (38 mm) Good | 10.2h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 27°C / 20°C | 29°C / 21°C | 8days (67 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 22°C | 32°C / 25°C | 12days (108 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 29°C | 22days (178 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 25days (198 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 27days (218 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 23days (202 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 83% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 27°C / 23°C | 30°C / 25°C | 13days (101 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 78% Humid | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 25°C / 20°C | 26°C / 20°C | 8days (48 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 76% Humid | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 23°C / 17°C | 24°C / 17°C | 6days (38 mm) Good | 8.2h Good | 77% Humid | 4.2 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Melbourne are February, March, April, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Melbourne, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Melbourne is July, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Melbourne is January, with average overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Melbourne is August, averaging 218mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Melbourne runs through August, July, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Melbourne.
Melbourne receives approximately 118 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Melbourne.
The least favorable months to visit Melbourne are June, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider February, March, April, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Melbourne is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Melbourne is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November average 27°C (81°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Melbourne are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 19 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Melbourne averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 57%. The clearest skies occur in May.
The annual average dew point in Melbourne is 20°C (68°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Melbourne has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Melbourne ranges from 23°C (73°F) to 30°C (86°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Melbourne, with a climate score of 2.9/10. Consider visiting during February, March, April, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Melbourne, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 30°C (86°F) and 22 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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