Weather radar Melbourne
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Melbourne climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Melbourne shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 26.6° | 25.9° | 24.2° | 20.4° | 16.8° | 13.8° | 13.6° | 15.7° | 17.5° | 19.3° | 21° | 24.2° |
| Avg low (°C) | 15.6° | 14.7° | 14.1° | 11.6° | 8.4° | 7.5° | 6.9° | 7.6° | 8.6° | 9.5° | 11.6° | 13° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 76 | 18 | 36 | 60 | 35 | 58 | 56 | 43 | 59 | 93 | 85 | 55 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 8 |
| Sunshine hours | 340 | 314 | 294 | 246 | 229 | 200 | 207 | 242 | 269 | 297 | 303 | 359 |
| Humidity | 68% | 66% | 71% | 75% | 79% | 81% | 81% | 78% | 72% | 72% | 72% | 67% |
Best time to visit Melbourne
The best time to visit Melbourne is typically February. In this month the average high is 25.9°C, precipitation is 18 mm and sunshine duration is 314 hours. The annual average high is 19.9°C, total annual precipitation is 674 mm (112 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3300 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Melbourne
How up to date is the weather radar for Melbourne?
The weather radar for Melbourne is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Melbourne?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Melbourne: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Melbourne?
The thunderstorm potential for Melbourne is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Melbourne.
What is the climate like in Melbourne?
Melbourne has an annual average high of 19.9°C. The warmest month is January (avg high 26.6°C), the coldest July (avg low 6.9°C). The wettest month is October with 93 mm, the driest February with 18 mm. Total annual precipitation is 674 mm (112 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3300 hours.
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