The best times to visit Victor Harbor for ideal weather are

October 8th to April 22nd

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

 

 


Other Victor Harbor Travel Info

Weather in Victor Harbor

Temperature

Average temperatures in Victor Harbor vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 65th 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 Victor Harbor, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 80.6°F (27°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.1°F (16.2°C) at night.

Victor Harbor Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Victor Harbor 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.

Victor Harbor Perceived Temperature (F)

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Victor Harbor Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Victor Harbor 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 78.6 68.5 59.6
Feb 77.2 67.6 59.6
Mar 76 65.9 56.8
Apr 70.9 61.6 53
May 65.8 57.7 50.3
Jun 60.4 53.6 46.8
Jul 59.3 52.4 45.4
Aug 61.5 53.6 46
Sep 66.4 56.7 47.7
Oct 70.6 60.1 50.6
Nov 74.4 63.7 54.6
Dec 76.3 65.9 57.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.9 20.3 15.3
Feb 25.1 19.8 15.3
Mar 24.4 18.8 13.8
Apr 21.6 16.4 11.7
May 18.8 14.3 10.2
Jun 15.8 12 8.2
Jul 15.2 11.3 7.4
Aug 16.4 12 7.8
Sep 19.1 13.7 8.7
Oct 21.4 15.6 10.3
Nov 23.6 17.6 12.6
Dec 24.6 18.8 13.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Victor Harbor are February, January, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th 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 Victor Harbor? 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 Victor Harbor.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Victor Harbor (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 5% 0 0.6
Feb 4% 0 0.5
Mar 6% 0 0.7
Apr 12% 0 1.3
May 20% 0 1.8
Jun 21% 0 2.4
Jul 21% 0 2.2
Aug 21% 0 1.8
Sep 15% 0 1.6
Oct 7% 0 0.8
Nov 7% 0 0.8
Dec 8% 0 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1.5
Feb 4 0 1.3
Mar 6 0 1.8
Apr 12 0 3.3
May 20 0 4.6
Jun 21 0 6.1
Jul 21 0 5.6
Aug 21 0 4.6
Sep 15 0 4.1
Oct 7 0 2
Nov 7 0 2
Dec 8 0 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Victor Harbor has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (53.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (68.1%).

Wind in Victor Harbor is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is January, followed by February and November. January’s average wind speed of around 13 knots (15 MPH or 24.1 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 late September where average top sustained speeds reach 19.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 13 Significant breeze 18.4 Strong breeze
Feb 12.9 Significant breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Mar 11.3 Significant breeze 16.9 Strong breeze
Apr 10.1 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 9.5 Gentle breeze 14.3 Strong breeze
Jun 10.1 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Jul 10.8 Gentle breeze 15.8 Strong breeze
Aug 11.1 Significant breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Sep 11.4 Significant breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Oct 11.9 Significant breeze 17.7 Strong breeze
Nov 12.3 Significant breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Dec 12.2 Significant breeze 18 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55%
Feb 59.3%
Mar 56.9%
Apr 60.2%
May 64.2%
Jun 68.1%
Jul 65.6%
Aug 63.2%
Sep 57.4%
Oct 53.7%
Nov 55.5%
Dec 55%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Victor Harbor?

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 Victor Harbor, SA, Australia is February, followed by January and May. 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 Victor Harbor in November. 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 66.7 in November means 66.7% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Victor Harbor Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 78.7°F (25.9°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with about 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Victor Harbor, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 64.4°F (18°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 5 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 Victor Harbor to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 80.6°F (27°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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