Melbourne has a well-deserved reputation for its changing weather. Over the course of a day it can be possible to experience a little something of the four seasons. A tip for any visitor to Melbourne is to be prepared for anything – take an umbrella and wear shorts!

As a general rule, Melbourne enjoys a temperate climate with warm to hot summers, mild and sometimes balmy spring and autumns, and cool winters.

While Melbourne has a reputation for rain, the city actually receives less rainfall than either Brisbane or Sydney.

Melbourne is an excellent place to see the seasons change. In summer, most people head out to visit our golden beaches. In autumn it is possible to experience the glorious foliage of the many nineteenth century European-style parks that fringe the CBD. In winter, Melburnians enjoy the warmth of cosy cafes and bars. Spring is a time for renewal – a great time to head back into our parks and marvel at our fantastic range of flora and fauna.

Melbourne is located in the southern hemisphere and experiences opposite seasons to those in Europe, North America, and most of Asia.

Average temperatures by month:

Month Temperature January 25.8C February 25.8C March 23.8C April 20.2C May 16.6C June 14C July 13.4C August 14.9C September 17.2C October 19.6C November 21.8C December 24.1C (Source: Australian Bureau of Meterology)

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