Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Melbourne in April
Melbourne cools off: highs slip to 68°F (20°C), from 74°F in March, with lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain.
At 89/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 68°F (20°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (61 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is one of Melbourne's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 83/100.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in March to 89/100.
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Melbourne in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
ACMI
Free museum of film, TV and video games at Federation Square.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
Bourke Street espresso bar since 1954.
Why now April scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Chin Chin
Busy Flinders Lane restaurant for Southeast Asian share plates.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
St Kilda Pier
Pier and breakwater where little penguins return at dusk.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Lawns, lakes and fern gullies beside the Yarra River.
Nearby in April
- Torquay in April~50 mi · highs 64°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Port Campbell in April~120 mi · highs 66°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Melbourne in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Melbourne?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Melbourne in April?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in April?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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