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Melbourne in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Melbourne in September will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Melbourne, based on historical data.
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September

Weather in Melbourne in September 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Melbourne in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +61°F and approximately 5 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 17 rainy days and 57 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Melbourne in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Melbourne for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +39°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 58% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +86°F.

Is Melbourne warm or cold in September?

Melbourne is typically mild in September.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +46°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Melbourne:

Water temperature in Melbourne in September

Water in Melbourne in September is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +60°F, with an average of +58°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +61°F.

The water temperature in September is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Melbourne are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +66°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +58°F.

Can you swim in Melbourne in September?

We would not recommend swimming in Melbourne in September, the water is very cold (+58°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Melbourne in September

Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+57°F+61°F+66°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+32°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+75°F+86°F+97°F
Rainfall
52 mm57 mm65 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F+58°F+59°F
Humidity
73%70%67%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
456
Cloudy days
1089
Rainy days
171716
Snowy days
000

September often has better weather than August. It’s getting warmer as September arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +57°F to +61°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 52 mm to 57 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 5 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 4 to 5.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Melbourne in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Melbourne is gradually increasing during September, going from 3 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 27% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 26 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during September, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
September is one of the rainiest months in Melbourne, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Melbourne wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 31% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Melbourne?

This is the weather in Melbourne in September 2023:
1 September
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+58°F
2 September
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+65°F
3 September
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+69°F
4 September
☀️
+71°F
5 September
☀️
+58°F
6 September
☀️
+67°F
7 September
🌧️
+72°F
8 September
🌧️
+53°F
9 September
☁️
+57°F
10 September
☁️
+59°F
11 September
☀️
+62°F
12 September
☀️
+75°F
13 September
☀️
+78°F
14 September
☀️
+75°F
15 September
☀️
+73°F
16 September
☀️
+77°F
17 September
☀️
+76°F
18 September
☁️
+68°F
19 September
☀️
+82°F
20 September
☀️
+63°F
21 September
☁️
+59°F
22 September
☁️
+59°F
23 September
☀️
+62°F
24 September
☀️
+75°F
25 September
☁️
+74°F
26 September
☀️
+64°F
27 September
☁️
+63°F
28 September
☀️
+72°F
29 September
☀️
+85°F
30 September
☀️
+86°F
In September 2023 Melbourne had 20 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 15%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Melbourne climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Melbourne in September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+63°F) and the highest in 2014 (+70°F). The driest year was 2006 with only 349 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1214 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Melbourne in September:

Is September a good time to visit Melbourne?

September is a really good time to go to Melbourne. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Melbourne.

Can you sunbathe in Melbourne in September?

September has mild temperatures in Melbourne. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Melbourne in September?

Swimming in Melbourne in September is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Melbourne rainy in September?

Melbourne is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Melbourne in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Melbourne in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Australia

Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.

Monthly weather in Melbourne

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Melbourne, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.