01Weather
Melbourne weather in April
Afternoons in April average 21.2 °C (70 °F) and nights cool to 11.3 °C (52 °F). The month brings about 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with March it is 4.2 °C cooler; May is 4.0 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 28 °C / 82 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 61 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 8 °C / 46 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 1.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 32.7 °C / 2.5 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 07:34 | 19:13 | 11.7 h |
| 15 April | 06:46 | 17:53 | 11.1 h |
| 30 April | 07:00 | 17:34 | 10.6 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 66 minutes over the month. Times are local (Australia/Melbourne).
03Crowds
How busy Melbourne is in April
busy The main sights are busy in April. What drives it:
- Easter
- Comedy Festival
- Anzac Day
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 26 Apr 2027 | Anzac Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Melbourne in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne International Comedy Festival | late March to April | culture |
| Anzac Day | 25 April, Shrine of Remembrance | national |
07Packing
What to pack for Melbourne in April
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is mild and golden, with afternoons around 20 °C, the Comedy Festival running most of the month in the Town Hall and the laneway venues, Easter with four public holidays and Anzac Day on 25 April, when the dawn service at the Shrine draws tens of thousands and the AFL match at the MCG is a tradition. Plane trees turn along the boulevards. Rain falls on about eight days.
The Royal Melbourne Show is in September; April brings the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show in some years. School holidays run for two weeks around Easter. Hotel rates spike over Easter and ease afterwards. Daylight shrinks from twelve and a half hours to eleven. For cool, calm autumn at the best value, see May.
09Compare
Melbourne month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28 °C | 16 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| February | 27 °C | 15 °C | 5 | – | busy | Excellent |
| March | 25 °C | 14 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| April | 21 °C | 11 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 17 °C | 9 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| June | 14 °C | 7 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
| July | 14 °C | 6 °C | 11 | – | moderate | Good |
| August | 15 °C | 7 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Good |
| September | 18 °C | 8 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| October | 20 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | busy | Good |
| November | 23 °C | 12 °C | 9 | – | very busy | Good |
| December | 25 °C | 13 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit Melbourne.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney in April | 24 °C | 9 |
| Singapore in April | 32 °C | 12 |
| Bangkok in April | 36 °C | – |
| Shanghai in April | 22 °C | 11 |
| Kyoto in April | 21 °C | 9 |
| Tokyo in April | 20 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Melbourne in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit Melbourne?
April is one of the best months to visit Melbourne. Daytime highs average 21 °C (70 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Melbourne in April?
Expect mild days around 21 °C (70 °F) and nights near 11 °C (52 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 28 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in April?
April brings about 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Melbourne standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 26 percent.
What should I wear in Melbourne in April?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Melbourne crowded in April?
The main sights are busy in April. Main drivers: Easter; Comedy Festival; Anzac Day.
What time does it get dark in Melbourne in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 17:53 and rises at 06:46, giving 11.1 hours of daylight.