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Melbourne in February
Little changes in Melbourne from January: highs stay near 77°F (25°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), and about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls.
At 91/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (49 mm)
- Humidity
- 68%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What February feels like
Warm afternoons near 77°F (25°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Lows average 59°F (15°C).
About 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's February.
Plan around February
February is one of Melbourne's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from January (92 → 91/100).
- February sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Great Ocean Road route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Melbourne in February
February 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.
Caretaker's Cottage
Tiny 1914 bluestone cottage bar behind Wesley Church; World's 50 Best Bars listee known for its freezer martini.
Lune Croissanterie
Fitzroy bakery known for croissants.
Queen Victoria Market
Historic open-air market with deli halls and hot jam donuts.
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
Bourke Street espresso bar since 1954.
Why now February scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in February
- Torquay in February~50 mi · highs 69°F, 1.7 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Port Campbell in February~120 mi · highs 74°F, 1.6 in rain · 2°C (3°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Melbourne?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain. February is inside the Nov – Mar window our Great Ocean Road route recommends.
How hot is Melbourne in February?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in February?
Not much: about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Melbourne
Routes in season in February
- Great Ocean Road Nov – Mar
Planning Melbourne in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.