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Melbourne in July
This is the coldest month in Melbourne: highs average 55°F (13°C) and lows 44°F (7°C), with about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 72/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What July feels like
Cool days top out near 55°F (13°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 44°F (7°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.5 in (64 mm).
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are October and December – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from June (73 → 72/100).
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Insulated jackethighs only 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Melbourne in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hosier Lane
Laneway covered in street art opposite Federation Square.
Why now July scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Chin Chin
Busy Flinders Lane restaurant for Southeast Asian share plates.
Why now Highs near 55°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
Bourke Street espresso bar since 1954.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
St Kilda Pier
Pier and breakwater where little penguins return at dusk.
Lune Croissanterie
Fitzroy bakery known for croissants.
Nearby in July
- Torquay in July~50 mi · highs 55°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Port Campbell in July~120 mi · highs 55°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Melbourne?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 72/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are October and December – April. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Melbourne in July?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in July?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in July?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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