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Melbourne in September
Melbourne warms up: highs climb to 60°F (16°C), from 56°F in August, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 9th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What September feels like
Days are mild at around 60°F (16°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 46°F (8°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (61 mm).
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October and December – April).
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in August to 81/100.
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 46°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 September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
Bourke Street espresso bar since 1954.
Why now September scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
St Kilda Pier
Pier and breakwater where little penguins return at dusk.
Why now Highs near 60°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Hosier Lane
Laneway covered in street art opposite Federation Square.
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.
Lune Croissanterie
Fitzroy bakery known for croissants.
Nearby in September
- Torquay in September~50 mi · highs 58°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Port Campbell in September~120 mi · highs 59°F, 3.1 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Melbourne?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 92 in October and December – April. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Melbourne in September?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in September?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 46°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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Planning Melbourne in September?
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