Melbourne Weather in January – Average Temperature and Rainfall
- High
- 26.6°
- Low
- 15.3°
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Rainy season
- 8d
- max
- 45.2°
- min
- 8.9°
January
- Early
- 26.0° 22.5 mm
- Mid
- 27.0° 18.0 mm
- Late
- 26.9° 29.7 mm
Summary
The climate figures for Melbourne are averaged from 2016–2025 observations (10 years). Annual rainfall averages about 777 mm.
The rainy season runs –. The wettest month is November with 95.4 mm across 12 rain days; the driest is February at just 34.4 mm.
The hottest month is January (average high 26.6°C) and the coolest is July (13.3°C).
The most comfortable time to visit Melbourne is February — less rain and milder heat.
Monthly averages
Common questions
Will it rain in Melbourne today?
No. The chance of rain today is only about 20%.
How hot is it in Melbourne today?
Between 10°C and 15°C, with a felt maximum of 15°C.
What is the weather in Melbourne tomorrow?
Tomorrow: light drizzle, 10–21°C, with a 59% chance of rain.