Melbourne Weather in January
Australia · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high26°C (79°F)
Avg low15°C (59°F)
Rainfall58 mm (2.3 in)
RatingExcellent 10/10
Expect hot days in Melbourne in January: the average high is 26°C (79°F) and the average low is 15°C (59°F). January is summer in Australia. The month is fairly dry, with about 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain spread over 8 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 14.3 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is January a good time to visit Melbourne?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Melbourne. The weather rates excellent (10/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 26°C (79°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C (59°F) |
| Daily mean | 20°C (68°F) |
| Rainfall | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 8 |
| Humidity | 66% |
| Cloud cover | 49% |
| Daylight | 14.3 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 8 hours/day |
| Wind | 12 km/h |
| vs December | 2°C warmer than December, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Melbourne in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
Melbourne weather in other months
Jan26°C / 15°C58 mmExcellentFeb25°C / 15°C48 mmExcellentMar24°C / 14°C48 mmExcellentApr20°C / 12°C60 mmExcellentMay17°C / 10°C62 mmGoodJun14°C / 8°C63 mmGoodJul13°C / 7°C65 mmFairAug14°C / 7°C65 mmGoodSep16°C / 8°C62 mmGoodOct19°C / 10°C72 mmExcellentNov22°C / 12°C78 mmExcellentDec24°C / 13°C63 mmExcellent
← DecemberBest time to visit MelbourneFebruary →
Nearby in January
- Canberra29°C · 68 mm
- Hobart22°C · 54 mm
- Adelaide30°C · 18 mm
- Sydney26°C · 92 mm
- Gold Coast30°C · 163 mm
- Brisbane29°C · 148 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.