The best times to visit Mallacoota for ideal weather are

October 15th to April 8th

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

 

 


Other Mallacoota Travel Info

Weather in Mallacoota

Temperature

Average temperatures in Mallacoota vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 59th 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 Mallacoota, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 72.7°F (22.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.6°F (17°C) at night.

Mallacoota Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Mallacoota 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.

Mallacoota Perceived Temperature (F)

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Mallacoota Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Mallacoota 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 72.1 66.7 61.3
Feb 72 66.9 61.8
Mar 70.6 65.4 59.8
Apr 67.3 62 56.3
May 63.4 58 52.1
Jun 59.7 54.6 49.2
Jul 58.3 52.9 47
Aug 59.7 53.7 47.8
Sep 62.3 56 49.6
Oct 64.8 58.5 51.9
Nov 66.9 61.8 56.1
Dec 69.6 64.1 58.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 22.3 19.3 16.3
Feb 22.2 19.4 16.6
Mar 21.4 18.6 15.4
Apr 19.6 16.7 13.5
May 17.4 14.4 11.2
Jun 15.4 12.6 9.6
Jul 14.6 11.6 8.3
Aug 15.4 12.1 8.8
Sep 16.8 13.3 9.8
Oct 18.2 14.7 11.1
Nov 19.4 16.6 13.4
Dec 20.9 17.8 14.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Mallacoota are January, March, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Mallacoota? 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 Mallacoota.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Mallacoota (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 10% 0 1.4
Feb 24% 0 3.6
Mar 12% 0 2.2
Apr 20% 0 4.1
May 16% 0 2.3
Jun 25% 0 4.8
Jul 19% 0 2.4
Aug 19% 0 2.6
Sep 13% 0 1.7
Oct 16% 0 2.2
Nov 20% 0 3.1
Dec 17% 0 1.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 3.6
Feb 24 0 9.1
Mar 12 0 5.6
Apr 20 0 10.4
May 16 0 5.8
Jun 25 0 12.2
Jul 19 0 6.1
Aug 19 0 6.6
Sep 13 0 4.3
Oct 16 0 5.6
Nov 20 0 7.9
Dec 17 0 4.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Mallacoota has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is August (63.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (73.8%).

Wind in Mallacoota is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 16.5 knots (19 MPH or 30.5 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late September where average top sustained speeds reach 25.3 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 16.5 Significant breeze 24.1 Very strong breeze
Feb 14.6 Significant breeze 21.2 Strong breeze
Mar 14 Significant breeze 20.8 Very strong breeze
Apr 12.7 Significant breeze 19 Strong breeze
May 12.7 Significant breeze 18.7 Very strong breeze
Jun 13.3 Significant breeze 19.3 Strong breeze
Jul 12.7 Significant breeze 18.9 Very strong breeze
Aug 13.1 Significant breeze 20 Strong breeze
Sep 15.3 Significant breeze 23.4 Very strong breeze
Oct 15.1 Significant breeze 23.1 Very strong breeze
Nov 15.5 Significant breeze 23.3 Very strong breeze
Dec 15.8 Significant breeze 23.6 Very strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70.5%
Feb 73.8%
Mar 70%
Apr 69.2%
May 65.4%
Jun 68.7%
Jul 64.9%
Aug 63.9%
Sep 64.3%
Oct 66.9%
Nov 70.9%
Dec 68.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Mallacoota?

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 Mallacoota, VC, Australia is September, followed by March and January. 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 Mallacoota in April. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 61 in April means 61% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Mallacoota Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 71.5°F (21.9°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow 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 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Mallacoota, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 60.9°F (16.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Mallacoota to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 72.7°F (22.6°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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