Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Torquay in October
Torquay edges warmer than September, with highs of 60°F (16°C), lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 60°F (16°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 52°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (64 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort improves from 76/100 in September to 81/100.
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 52°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Torquay in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bells Beach
Surf break and home of the Rip Curl Pro each Easter; good lookouts.
Why now October scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Surf Coast Walk
Coastal walk linking Torquay, Jan Juc, Bells and Point Addis.
Why now Highs near 60°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Australian National Surfing Museum
Museum of surf history and boards at Surf City Plaza.
Fisho's Torquay
Fish-and-chips shop serving fresh seafood.
Blackman's Brewery
Local brewery with a taproom.
Nearby in October
- Melbourne in October~50 mi · highs 66°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Port Campbell in October~75 mi · highs 63°F, 2.6 in rain · 2°C (3°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.
Torquay in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Torquay?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 92 in November – April. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Torquay in October?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Torquay in October?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.1 in (764 mm).
What should I pack for Torquay in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 52°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Torquay in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.