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Melbourne in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Melbourne in November and see if it is worth visiting.
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Weather in Melbourne in November 2024

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Are you considering a trip to Melbourne in November? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +21°C and about 6 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 13 rainy days and 60 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+41°C
Max.
60 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in November.

Average temperature in Melbourne in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Melbourne for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in November is +22°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +34°C during the day and a minimum of +10°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +18°C.

Is Melbourne warm or cold in November?

Melbourne is typically mild in November.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +19°C to +21°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°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 November is compared to other months in Melbourne:

Water temperature in Melbourne in November

Water in Melbourne in November is Fresh. It varies from +15°C to +18°C, with an average of +17°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +21°C.

In November, 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 November?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Melbourne in November might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 November

Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+19°C+21°C+23°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+4°C+6°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+41°C+44°C
Rainfall
65 mm60 mm56 mm
Wind
5 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C+17°C+17°C
Humidity
67%67%65%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
667
Cloudy days
91010
Rainy days
161312
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as good as in October. It’s getting warmer as November arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +19°C to +21°C during the day. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 65 mm to 60 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 67%. Winds are calmer in comparison to October, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 6 sunny days during the month.

December brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Melbourne in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 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 increasing during November, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in November stands at 43%, leading to total precipitation of around 73 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
November is one of the rainiest months in Melbourne, here is a comparison with other months, 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 November in Melbourne?

This is the weather in Melbourne in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+16°C
2 November
☁️
+17°C
3 November
☁️
+16°C
4 November
☀️
+20°C
5 November
☀️
+24°C
6 November
☀️
+30°C
7 November
☀️
+31°C
8 November
☁️
+32°C
9 November
☀️
+26°C
10 November
☀️
+34°C
11 November
☁️
+19°C
12 November
☁️
+19°C
13 November
☀️
+21°C
14 November
☁️
+17°C
15 November
☁️
+19°C
16 November
☁️
+17°C
17 November
☁️
+18°C
18 November
☀️
+19°C
19 November
☁️
+23°C
20 November
☁️
+19°C
21 November
☁️
+20°C
22 November
☁️
+19°C
23 November
☀️
+26°C
24 November
🌧️
+28°C
25 November
🌧️
+25°C
26 November
🌧️
+19°C
27 November
☁️
+19°C
28 November
☁️
+23°C
29 November
🌧️
+18°C
30 November
🌧️
+18°C
In November 2023 Melbourne had 9 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +16°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 30%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Melbourne climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Melbourne in November 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Melbourne?

November 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 November?

November 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 November?

In general, you can swim in Melbourne in November, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Melbourne rainy in November?

Melbourne is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Melbourne in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Melbourne in November, 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.

Monthly weather in Melbourne

Source of the data

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.