The best times to visit Phillip Island for ideal weather are

October 8th to May 6th

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

 

 


Other Phillip Island Travel Info

Weather in Phillip Island

Temperature

Average temperatures in Phillip Island 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 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 Phillip Island, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 78.7°F (25.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.2°F (16.8°C) at night.

Phillip Island Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Phillip Island 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.

Phillip Island Perceived Temperature (F)

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Phillip Island Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Phillip Island 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 76.4 66.9 59.3
Feb 77.1 67.8 60.9
Mar 73.5 64.8 58.1
Apr 67.8 60.4 54.6
May 61.7 56 51.1
Jun 57.4 52.3 47.4
Jul 56.1 50.9 46.1
Aug 57.8 51.9 46.8
Sep 61.8 54.7 48.7
Oct 65.7 57.6 50.8
Nov 69.5 61.2 54.4
Dec 72.4 63.8 56.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.7 19.4 15.2
Feb 25.1 19.9 16.1
Mar 23.1 18.2 14.5
Apr 19.9 15.8 12.6
May 16.5 13.3 10.6
Jun 14.1 11.3 8.6
Jul 13.4 10.5 7.8
Aug 14.3 11.1 8.2
Sep 16.6 12.6 9.3
Oct 18.7 14.2 10.4
Nov 20.8 16.2 12.4
Dec 22.4 17.7 13.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Phillip Island are January, February, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th 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 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Phillip Island? 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 Phillip Island.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Phillip Island (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 1.2
Feb 10% 0 1.5
Mar 16% 0 1.8
Apr 18% 0 2.1
May 27% 0 3.2
Jun 26% 0 3
Jul 29% 0 3.1
Aug 28% 0 3.3
Sep 24% 0 2.7
Oct 15% 0 1.7
Nov 19% 0 2.6
Dec 17% 0 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 3
Feb 10 0 3.8
Mar 16 0 4.6
Apr 18 0 5.3
May 27 0 8.1
Jun 26 0 7.6
Jul 29 0 7.9
Aug 28 0 8.4
Sep 24 0 6.9
Oct 15 0 4.3
Nov 19 0 6.6
Dec 17 0 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Phillip Island has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (63.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (77.7%).

Wind in Phillip Island is usually moderate. The windiest month is July, followed by February and August. July’s average wind speed of around 8.6 knots (9.9 MPH or 16 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 August where average top sustained speeds reach 15.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Feb 8.5 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Apr 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
May 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Jun 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jul 8.6 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Aug 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Sep 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Oct 7.7 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Dec 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.2%
Feb 66.4%
Mar 65.8%
Apr 70.5%
May 75.1%
Jun 77.7%
Jul 77.1%
Aug 74.1%
Sep 69.3%
Oct 67.7%
Nov 69.6%
Dec 65.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Phillip Island?

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 Phillip Island, 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 Phillip Island 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. 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 Phillip Island Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 75.3°F (24.1°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 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 8 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Phillip Island, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 71.7°F (22.1°C) and 60.9°F (16.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 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 Phillip Island to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 78.7°F (25.9°C) and 70.5°F (21.4°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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