Are you considering a trip to Melbourne in April? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +20°C and about 6 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 14 rainy days and 54 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+20°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
54 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in April.
Average temperature in Melbourne in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Melbourne for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in April is +20°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +27°C during the day and a minimum of +6°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +16°C.
Is Melbourne warm or cold in April?
Melbourne is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +23°C to +20°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +14°C to +12°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Melbourne:
Water temperature in Melbourne in April
Water in Melbourne in April is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +19°C, with an average of +18°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +20°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Melbourne are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +15°C.
Can you swim in Melbourne in April?
Water temperature (+18°C) in Melbourne in April might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Melbourne in April
Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+23°C
+20°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
+4°C
+3°C
+2°C
Max. temperature
+38°C
+34°C
+27°C
Rainfall
42 mm
54 mm
52 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+18°C
+18°C
+17°C
Humidity
66%
70%
75%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1019 HPa
1019 HPa
Sunny days
7
6
4
Cloudy days
10
9
10
Rainy days
12
14
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as good as in March.It’s getting colder in April. From +23°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +20°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 42 mm to 54 mm.Humidity rises from 66% to 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in March to 6 in April.
Next month (May) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Melbourne in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Melbourne is gradually decreasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 43%, leading to total precipitation of around 117 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 38 mm, which is moderate rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Melbourne wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 31% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Melbourne?
This is the weather in Melbourne in April 2023:
1 April
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+16°C
2 April
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+19°C
3 April
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+23°C
4 April
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+27°C
5 April
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+19°C
6 April
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+26°C
7 April
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+20°C
8 April
🌧️
+18°C
9 April
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+15°C
10 April
🌧️
+15°C
11 April
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+19°C
12 April
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+19°C
13 April
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+22°C
14 April
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+25°C
15 April
🌧️
+21°C
16 April
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+16°C
17 April
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+20°C
18 April
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+23°C
19 April
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+17°C
20 April
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+18°C
21 April
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+19°C
22 April
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+20°C
23 April
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+19°C
24 April
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+25°C
25 April
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+26°C
26 April
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+25°C
27 April
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+23°C
28 April
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+22°C
29 April
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+16°C
30 April
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+16°C
In April 2023 Melbourne had 12 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +20°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Melbourne climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Melbourne in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+17°C) and the highest in 2014 (+21°C). The driest year was 2006 with only 349 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1214 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Melbourne in April:
Is April a good time to visit Melbourne?
April is a really good time to go to Melbourne. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Melbourne.
Can you sunbathe in Melbourne in April?
April has mild temperatures in Melbourne. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Melbourne in April?
In general, you can swim in Melbourne in April, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Melbourne rainy in April?
Melbourne is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Melbourne in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Melbourne in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Australia
Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Melbourne, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
