Are you considering a trip to Melbourne in September? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +16°C and about 5 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 17 rainy days and 57 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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+16°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in September.
Average temperature in Melbourne in September
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Melbourne for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in September is +20°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +30°C during the day and a minimum of +4°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 58% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +30°C.
Is Melbourne warm or cold in September?
Melbourne is typically mild in September.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +14°C to +16°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +8°C to +9°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Melbourne:
Water temperature in Melbourne in September
Water in Melbourne in September is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +15°C, with an average of +15°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +16°C.
The water temperature in September is one of the coldest of the entire 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 September?
We would not recommend swimming in Melbourne in September, the water is very cold (+15°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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
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 September
Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
August
September
October
Avg. temperature
+14°C
+16°C
+19°C
Min. temperature
-1°C
0°C
+3°C
Max. temperature
+24°C
+30°C
+36°C
Rainfall
52 mm
57 mm
65 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+15°C
+15°C
Humidity
73%
70%
67%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
4
5
6
Cloudy days
10
8
9
Rainy days
17
17
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
September often has better weather than August.It’s getting warmer as September arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +14°C to +16°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 52 mm to 57 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 4 to 5.
October brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Melbourne in September 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 September, going from 3 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in September stands at 27%, leading to total precipitation of around 26 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during September, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
September 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 September in Melbourne?
This is the weather in Melbourne in September 2023:
1 September
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+15°C
2 September
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+18°C
3 September
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+20°C
4 September
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+22°C
5 September
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+14°C
6 September
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+19°C
7 September
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+22°C
8 September
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+11°C
9 September
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+14°C
10 September
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+15°C
11 September
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+17°C
12 September
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+24°C
13 September
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+26°C
14 September
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+24°C
15 September
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+23°C
16 September
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+25°C
17 September
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+24°C
18 September
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+20°C
19 September
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+28°C
20 September
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+17°C
21 September
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+15°C
22 September
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+15°C
23 September
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+17°C
24 September
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+24°C
25 September
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+23°C
26 September
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+18°C
27 September
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+17°C
28 September
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+22°C
29 September
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+29°C
30 September
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+30°C
In September 2023 Melbourne had 20 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +20°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +11°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 15%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in September?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Melbourne climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Melbourne in September 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 September:
Is September a good time to visit Melbourne?
September 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 September?
September 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 September?
Swimming in Melbourne in September is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Melbourne rainy in September?
Melbourne is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Melbourne in September?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Melbourne in September, 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.