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Melbourne in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Melbourne in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Are you considering a trip to Melbourne in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +19°C and about 6 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 16 rainy days and 65 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+19°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
65 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Melbourne in October

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

The temperature in October is +20°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +30°C during the day and a minimum of +6°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +17°C.

Is Melbourne warm or cold in October?

Melbourne is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +16°C to +19°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +10°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Melbourne:

Water temperature in Melbourne in October

Water in Melbourne in October is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +16°C, with an average of +15°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +19°C.

In October, 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 October?

We would not recommend swimming in Melbourne in October, the water is very cold (+15°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Melbourne in October

Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+16°C+19°C+21°C
Min. temperature
0°C+3°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+30°C+36°C+41°C
Rainfall
57 mm65 mm60 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C+15°C+17°C
Humidity
70%67%67%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
566
Cloudy days
8910
Rainy days
171613
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +16°C to +19°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 57 mm to 65 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 67%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 5 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 5 to 6.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 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 increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 48%, leading to total precipitation of around 107 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 27 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October 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 October in Melbourne?

This is the weather in Melbourne in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+21°C
2 October
☀️
+29°C
3 October
🌧️
+17°C
4 October
🌧️
+13°C
5 October
☁️
+16°C
6 October
☁️
+15°C
7 October
☁️
+15°C
8 October
☁️
+17°C
9 October
☁️
+16°C
10 October
☀️
+19°C
11 October
☀️
+26°C
12 October
☁️
+15°C
13 October
☁️
+16°C
14 October
☁️
+19°C
15 October
🌧️
+17°C
16 October
☁️
+14°C
17 October
☀️
+18°C
18 October
☀️
+24°C
19 October
☀️
+27°C
20 October
☀️
+30°C
21 October
☀️
+23°C
22 October
☁️
+15°C
23 October
☀️
+20°C
24 October
☀️
+26°C
25 October
🌧️
+14°C
26 October
☁️
+15°C
27 October
☀️
+21°C
28 October
☀️
+23°C
29 October
☀️
+24°C
30 October
☀️
+24°C
31 October
☁️
+17°C
In October 2023 Melbourne had 15 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +20°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +13°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Melbourne in October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Melbourne?

October 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 October?

October 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 October?

Swimming in Melbourne in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Melbourne rainy in October?

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

Is it sunny in Melbourne in October?

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