Melbourne weather in October
Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average
Melbourne October weather at a glance
In October, Melbourne averages 14.7°C, with typical highs of 19.9°C and lows of 9.9°C. The historical average is 10 wet days and 66% humidity.
Melbourne October temperature & humidity
Melbourne October rain & wet days
Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.
What to wear in Melbourne in October
T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.
- DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 19.9°C
- Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9.9°C
- FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Packing essentials
Coupang affiliate links · We earn a commission on purchases. Products are sold on the Korean Coupang store.
Melbourne October sunrise & sunset times
2026 October · Local time (Australia/Melbourne)
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-01 | 05:56 | 18:24 | 12h 28m |
| 2026-10-15 | 06:36 | 19:37 | 13h 2m |
| 2026-10-31 | 06:15 | 19:53 | 13h 39m |
For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.
Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup
Melbourne travel updates
Watch live CCTV
- Rod Laver Arena, MelbourneearthTV · Live video
Check the camera timestamp at the source.
Today’s weather and forecast
Check temperature, rain and wind in Windy.
Forecast · Windy. Monthly averages are in the Temperature section.
Melbourne news search
Search for recent news and check publication dates before you travel.
Melbourne city map
This map shows the city area, not a specific meeting point.
Melbourne travel essentials
Popular MyRealTrip products · city search, sorted by sales · Product names are in Korean.
Affiliate links · We may earn a commission from purchases. Updated 2026-10-18Explore with Klook
Klook.comAffiliate widget · We may earn a commission on bookings.
Melbourne hotel search · Trip.com
Search hotels by destination, dates and number of guests. The Trip.com widget is in Korean.
Affiliate widget · A qualifying booking may earn us a commission. Trip.com may use cookies in this search widget.
Best months to visit Melbourne
Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.
October weather by year
Daily weather in 2025
Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation
Frequently asked questions
What is Melbourne weather like in October?
In October, Melbourne averages 14.7°C, with typical highs of 19.9°C and lows of 9.9°C. The historical average is 10 wet days and 66% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is good.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in October?
There are about 10 wet days in October. A compact umbrella is still useful.
What should I wear in Melbourne in October?
T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.
What are the best months to visit Melbourne?
Recent weather data rates January, February, March, April among the more comfortable months.
Where can I check Melbourne weather in October in real time?
Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Melbourne in October?
On 2026-10-15, calculated sunrise is 06:36 and sunset is 19:37 in local time (Australia/Melbourne). Times vary by date and terrain.
Melbourne weather by month
More Oceania destinations in October
Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations