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Melbourne in October
Melbourne warms up: highs climb to 66°F (19°C), from 60°F in September, with lows of 49°F (9°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (6th of 12).
- Avg high
- 66°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 66°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 49°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (61 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is one of Melbourne's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: October and December – April.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 86/100.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in September to 88/100.
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Melbourne in October
October 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.
Chin Chin
Busy Flinders Lane restaurant for Southeast Asian share plates.
Why now October scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
Bourke Street espresso bar since 1954.
Why now Highs near 66°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.
Queen Victoria Market
Historic open-air market with deli halls and hot jam donuts.
Nearby in October
- Torquay in October~50 mi · highs 60°F, 2.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Port Campbell in October~120 mi · highs 63°F, 2.6 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Melbourne?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 66°F (19°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Melbourne in October?
Average highs are 66°F (19°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in October?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 49°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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