The best times to visit North Melbourne for ideal weather are

January 29th to May 6th

or

September 17th to December 2nd

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

 

 


Other North Melbourne Travel Info

Weather in North Melbourne

Temperature

Average temperatures in North Melbourne vary somewhat. 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 more temperate than most — in the 62nd 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 North Melbourne, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 84.6°F (29.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.9°F (17.2°C) at night.

North Melbourne Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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North Melbourne 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.

North Melbourne Perceived Temperature (F)

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North Melbourne Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average North Melbourne 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 82.3 70.8 61
Feb 81.4 70.6 61.4
Mar 77.9 67.6 58.2
Apr 71.1 61.8 52.8
May 64.4 56.8 49.2
Jun 59.4 52.6 45.8
Jul 58.6 51.7 44.9
Aug 61.1 53.3 45.9
Sep 66 57 47.9
Oct 70.5 60.2 50.3
Nov 75.5 64.9 55
Dec 77.5 66.9 57

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.9 21.6 16.1
Feb 27.4 21.4 16.3
Mar 25.5 19.8 14.6
Apr 21.7 16.6 11.6
May 18 13.8 9.6
Jun 15.2 11.4 7.7
Jul 14.8 10.9 7.2
Aug 16.2 11.8 7.7
Sep 18.9 13.9 8.8
Oct 21.4 15.7 10.2
Nov 24.2 18.3 12.8
Dec 25.3 19.4 13.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in North Melbourne are January, March, 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 December. For example, on the week of December 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 4th.

When can you find snow in North Melbourne? 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 North Melbourne.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in North Melbourne (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 1.3
Feb 12% 0 1.6
Mar 11% 0 1.8
Apr 13% 0 1.7
May 16% 0 1.9
Jun 19% 0 1.7
Jul 18% 0 1.8
Aug 17% 0 1.6
Sep 16% 0 1.9
Oct 16% 0 1.9
Nov 19% 0 2.8
Dec 17% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 3.3
Feb 12 0 4.1
Mar 11 0 4.6
Apr 13 0 4.3
May 16 0 4.8
Jun 19 0 4.3
Jul 18 0 4.6
Aug 17 0 4.1
Sep 16 0 4.8
Oct 16 0 4.8
Nov 19 0 7.1
Dec 17 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

North Melbourne has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is January (46.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (64.9%).

Wind in North Melbourne is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by January and March. February’s average wind speed of around 2.6 knots (3 MPH or 4.9 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid September where average top sustained speeds reach 7.4 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.6 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Feb 2.6 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Mar 2.5 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Apr 2.3 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
May 1.8 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Jun 1.8 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Jul 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Aug 2.3 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Sep 2.1 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Oct 2 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Nov 1.9 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Dec 1.9 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 46.5%
Feb 50.7%
Mar 50.2%
Apr 54.9%
May 60.4%
Jun 64.9%
Jul 62%
Aug 55.6%
Sep 48.4%
Oct 48%
Nov 50.2%
Dec 47.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to North Melbourne?

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 North Melbourne, VC, Australia is January, followed by July and March. 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 North Melbourne in May. 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 81.2 in May means 81.2% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall North Melbourne Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 80.3°F (26.8°C) and 62.1°F (16.7°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 5 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 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in North Melbourne, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 78.3°F (25.7°C) and 65.2°F (18.4°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in North Melbourne to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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