What July feels like in Melbourne
Mid-winter arrives in Melbourne with July (Melbourne is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons run opposite to Europe and North America). Expect cool, jacket-on afternoons — comfortable for a long walk. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Melbourne in July
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. Each rainy day adds about 4.4 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 6.2 mm per rainy day.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Melbourne gets 9 h 46 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:33 am to sunset near 5:19 pm. Days are getting longer: 12 min more daylight than in mid-June. About 72% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Melbourne's temperature order, July sits as the coolest month. Against June, the average high is 0.5°C (0.9°F) lower, with 1 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into August. By August, typical highs are 14.3°C (57.7°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Melbourne in July
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Melbourne in July?
It feels cool: typical highs are 13.1°C (55.6°F), with lows near 6.7°C (44.1°F).
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in July?
Quite a lot — 53 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Melbourne in July?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Melbourne?
August scores better on our climate ranking (#11 of 12 vs #12), rated Good against Good. August is warmer and has fewer rainy days.