Normal weather for Melbourne in October
It's warm in October in Melbourne with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 15°C.
In October, there is an average of 95 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Melbourne in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
23°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
95 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 14 days | |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Melbourne with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 24°C, with nights close to 11°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Melbourne will be around 20°C, with nights close to 11°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Melbourne?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Melbourne. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Melbourne in October
With 34°C, Melbourne hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Melbourne
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Melbourne, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Melbourne
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Melbourne, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Melbourne.
Daily UV Index in October in Melbourne
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Melbourne, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Melbourne Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Melbourne, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Melbourne Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Melbourne, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Melbourne
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Melbourne. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Melbourne by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Melbourne. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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