The best times to visit Grampians for ideal weather are

October 29th to April 15th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Grampians Travel Info

Weather in Grampians

Temperature

Average temperatures in Grampians vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Grampians, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 86.8°F (30.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.4°F (13.6°C) at night.

Grampians Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Grampians Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Grampians Perceived Temperature (F)

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Grampians Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Grampians Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 84.8 69.9 55.3
Feb 84.1 69.5 56.1
Mar 77.3 64.5 51.1
Apr 68.9 57.9 46.3
May 61.4 52.2 42.6
Jun 55.4 48.1 39.8
Jul 53.8 46.6 38.6
Aug 56.6 48.4 39.4
Sep 62.4 52.3 40.9
Oct 70.4 57.8 44.3
Nov 76.5 63.1 49.5
Dec 79.9 66.2 51.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.3 21.1 12.9
Feb 28.9 20.8 13.4
Mar 25.2 18.1 10.6
Apr 20.5 14.4 7.9
May 16.3 11.2 5.9
Jun 13 8.9 4.3
Jul 12.1 8.1 3.7
Aug 13.7 9.1 4.1
Sep 16.9 11.3 4.9
Oct 21.3 14.3 6.8
Nov 24.7 17.3 9.7
Dec 26.6 19 10.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Grampians are March, October, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late March. For example, on the week of March 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Grampians? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Grampians.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Grampians (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 8% 0 1.8
Feb 8% 0 1.2
Mar 5% 0 0.8
Apr 11% 0 1.3
May 11% 0 1.8
Jun 14% 0 1.7
Jul 28% 0 2.6
Aug 16% 0 2
Sep 12% 0 1.6
Oct 8% 0 0.9
Nov 12% 0 1.8
Dec 9% 0 1.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 0 4.6
Feb 8 0 3
Mar 5 0 2
Apr 11 0 3.3
May 11 0 4.6
Jun 14 0 4.3
Jul 28 0 6.6
Aug 16 0 5.1
Sep 12 0 4.1
Oct 8 0 2.3
Nov 12 0 4.6
Dec 9 0 4.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Grampians has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (37.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (77.7%).

Wind in Grampians is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.6 MPH or 15.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early February where average top sustained speeds reach 14 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Grampians.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Feb 8.2 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
May 5.4 Light breeze 9.4 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.6 Light breeze 9.4 Significant breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 6.3 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 37.4%
Feb 41.8%
Mar 46.1%
Apr 55.6%
May 69.7%
Jun 76.4%
Jul 77.7%
Aug 70.5%
Sep 59.5%
Oct 48.2%
Nov 45.4%
Dec 39.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Grampians?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Grampians, VC, Australia is February, followed by June and December. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Grampians in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 32.1 in July means 32.1% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Grampians Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Grampians, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Grampians to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 86.8°F (30.4°C) and 77.7°F (25.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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