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Port Campbell in October
Port Campbell warms up: highs climb to 63°F (17°C), from 59°F in September, with lows of 49°F (10°C) and about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain.
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (66 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 63°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 49°F (10°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (66 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort improves from 75/100 in September to 84/100.
- 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 2.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Port Campbell in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
London Bridge
Arch that lost its span in 1990.
Why now October scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Grotto
Sinkhole and rock pool framing the ocean.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 2.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Timboon Railway Shed Distillery
Distillery restaurant in an old railway shed.
12 Rocks Beach Bar Cafe
Cafe facing the Port Campbell beach.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Sow & Piglets
Small brewpub in Port Campbell.
Nearby in October
- Torquay in October~75 mi · highs 60°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Melbourne in October~120 mi · highs 66°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer 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.
Port Campbell in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Port Campbell?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 91 in November – April. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Port Campbell in October?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Campbell in October?
Some: about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.5 in (800 mm).
What should I pack for Port Campbell in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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