Melbourne in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Melbourne (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 19.5°C and lows of 10.6°C, with around 207.1mm of rain across the season (30 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the southern hemisphere, autumn in Melbourne covers March, April, May.
Autumn in Melbourne month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 22.9°C | 13.3°C | 54.1mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| April | 19.8°C | 10.5°C | 87.1mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| May | 15.8°C | 8.0°C | 65.9mm | 11 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Melbourne in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Melbourne?
Autumn in Melbourne rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 19.5°C with 207.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Melbourne in autumn?
Daytime highs average 19.5°C (67.1°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 10.6°C.
What months are autumn in Melbourne?
Melbourne is in the southern hemisphere, so autumn covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Melbourne · Melbourne annual climate · Melbourne in spring · Melbourne in summer · Melbourne in winter
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Autumn in Melbourne — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.