Melbourne Autumn vs Winter: Which Season Is Better to Visit?

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

For a UK visitor weighing autumn against winter for a Melbourne trip, the trade-off is clear: autumn (March to May) is the best weather of the year — 18-22°C days, low rainfall, deciduous trees turning gold. Winter (June-August) is colder, wetter, but cheaper, less crowded, and culturally richer. Both are good. The decision depends on what you came for.

The Weather

Autumn averages (March-May):

March: 24°C max, 13°C min, 47mm rain
April: 20°C max, 11°C min, 57mm rain
May: 17°C max, 9°C min, 57mm rain

Winter averages (June-August):

Melbourne Seasons on MELBZ

Melbourne Autumn vs Winter: Which Season Is Better to Visit?

The Weather