Melbourne in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Melbourne (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 24.8°C and lows of 13.8°C, with around 213.4mm of rain across the season (23 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Melbourne covers December, January, February.
Summer in Melbourne month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 23.1°C | 12.2°C | 81.4mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| January | 26.5°C | 15.0°C | 83.5mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| February | 24.7°C | 14.2°C | 48.5mm | 6 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Melbourne in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Melbourne?
Summer in Melbourne rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 24.8°C with 213.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Melbourne in summer?
Daytime highs average 24.8°C (76.6°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 13.8°C.
What months are summer in Melbourne?
Melbourne is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Melbourne · Melbourne annual climate · Melbourne in spring · Melbourne in autumn · Melbourne in winter
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Summer 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.