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Victoria in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Victoria in October 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Victoria in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +13°C during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 104 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • October is usually the wettest month of the year in Victoria;

Average weather

☀️
+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
104 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Victoria has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Victoria in October

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

The temperature in October is +14°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +21°C during the day and a minimum of +3°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 28% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +11°C.

Is Victoria warm or cold in October?

Victoria is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +17°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +12°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 October is compared to other months in Victoria:

Climate in Victoria in October

Victoria weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+17°C+13°C+9°C
Min. temperature
+6°C0°C-8°C
Max. temperature
+25°C+21°C+17°C
Rainfall
43 mm104 mm157 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
86%86%82%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
842
Cloudy days
11107
Rainy days
111821
Snowy days
001

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +17°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +13°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 43 mm to 104 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 86%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in September to 4 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Victoria is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Victoria based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 135 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Victoria wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 157 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Victoria?

This is the weather in Victoria in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+16°C
2 October
🌫️
+15°C
3 October
☁️
+15°C
4 October
☁️
+16°C
5 October
☁️
+18°C
6 October
☀️
+21°C
7 October
☀️
+20°C
8 October
☀️
+17°C
9 October
☁️
+15°C
10 October
🌧️
+15°C
11 October
🌧️
+15°C
12 October
☀️
+14°C
13 October
☁️
+17°C
14 October
🌧️
+15°C
15 October
🌧️
+16°C
16 October
🌧️
+16°C
17 October
🌧️
+15°C
18 October
🌧️
+15°C
19 October
🌫️
+16°C
20 October
☁️
+15°C
21 October
☁️
+14°C
22 October
☁️
+13°C
23 October
☁️
+13°C
24 October
☁️
+11°C
25 October
🌧️
+10°C
26 October
☀️
+10°C
27 October
☀️
+9°C
28 October
☀️
+9°C
29 October
☀️
+9°C
30 October
☀️
+11°C
31 October
☁️
+11°C
In October 2023 Victoria had 10 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Victoria in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+11°C) and the highest in 2004 (+15°C). The driest year was 1985 with only 575 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 2802 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Victoria in October:

Is October a good time to visit Victoria?

It’s always a good time to visit Victoria, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Victoria in October?

October has mild temperatures in Victoria. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Victoria rainy in October?

Victoria 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 Victoria in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Victoria in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Victoria

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Victoria, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.