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Port Campbell in September
Port Campbell edges warmer than August, with highs of 59°F (15°C), lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain.
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 9th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (79 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What September feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 59°F (15°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.1 in (79 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort improves from 67/100 in August to 75/100.
- 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 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Port Campbell in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bay of Islands
Quieter stacks with fewer crowds.
Why now September scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Loch Ard Gorge
Sheltered cove named after an 1878 shipwreck.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 3.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Twelve Apostles
Limestone stacks rising from the Southern Ocean.
12 Apostles Helicopters
Scenic flights over the Apostles and shipwreck coast.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
12 Rocks Beach Bar Cafe
Cafe facing the Port Campbell beach.
Nearby in September
- Torquay in September~75 mi · highs 58°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Melbourne in September~120 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Port Campbell?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 91 in November – April. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Port Campbell in September?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Campbell in September?
Some: about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.5 in (800 mm).
What should I pack for Port Campbell in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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