01Weather
Melbourne weather in October
Afternoons in October average 20.4 °C (69 °F) and nights cool to 9.6 °C (49 °F). The month brings about 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain spread over roughly 9 days. Compared with September it is 2.5 °C warmer; November is 2.4 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical October | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 26 °C / 80 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 60 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 6 °C / 42 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.7 | 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 | 31 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest October day 2016–2025 | 33.7 °C / 2.2 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 October | 05:55 | 18:24 | 12.5 h |
| 15 October | 06:34 | 19:37 | 13.0 h |
| 31 October | 06:13 | 19:53 | 13.7 h |
Daylight grows by about 72 minutes over the month. Times are local (Australia/Melbourne), including the clock change on the last Sunday of October.
03Crowds
How busy Melbourne is in October
busy The main sights are busy in October. What drives it:
- Spring Racing Carnival begins
- Melbourne Marathon
- International Arts Festival
04Public holidays
Public holidays in October 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 4 Oct 2027 | Labour 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 October
Every year in October
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne International Arts Festival | October | culture |
| Melbourne Marathon | October | sport |
07Packing
What to pack for Melbourne in October
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
October is mild and often windy, with afternoons around 20 °C, the Spring Racing Carnival beginning at Caulfield, the Marathon on a Sunday in mid-October, the International Arts Festival and the first warm days. Rain is frequent but light, on about ten days. It is a busy cultural month with moderate hotel prices until the Cup week approaches. Daylight saving begins on the first Sunday.
The Caulfield Cup in the third week opens the big races. The Melbourne Fringe ends in early October. The bay beaches reopen with patrols at the end of the month. Daylight grows from twelve and a half hours to thirteen and a half. For the Melbourne Cup, the public holiday and the warm spring, see November.
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 October? See the best time to visit Melbourne.
10Elsewhere
October in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney in October | 24 °C | 8 |
| Singapore in October | 32 °C | 12 |
| Bangkok in October | 33 °C | 22 |
| Shanghai in October | 24 °C | 8 |
| Kyoto in October | 24 °C | 8 |
| Tokyo in October | 22 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Melbourne in October: your questions
Is October a good time to visit Melbourne?
October is a good month to visit Melbourne. Daytime highs average 20 °C (69 °F), rain falls on about 9 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Melbourne in October?
Expect mild days around 20 °C (69 °F) and nights near 10 °C (49 °F). One October in ten brings afternoons above 26 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in October?
October brings about 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain over roughly 9 days, which is showery by Melbourne standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 31 percent.
What should I wear in Melbourne in October?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three.
Is Melbourne crowded in October?
The main sights are busy in October. Main drivers: Spring Racing Carnival begins; Melbourne Marathon; International Arts Festival.
What time does it get dark in Melbourne in October?
Around the middle of October the sun sets at about 19:37 and rises at 06:34, giving 13.0 hours of daylight.