Colac 2024 Climate Summary
Colac's weather tells a compelling story across the seasons. The temperature and rainfall patterns provide valuable insight into what to expect throughout the year.
The temperature profile shows a range from 4.6°C lows in the coldest months to 26.2°C highs in summer, creating a seasonal temperature swing of 11.0°C.
The wettest month is Sep (87mm), and the driest is Feb (2mm). This creates an annual total of 562mm distributed across about 94 rain days.
Compared to the Victoria average, Colac is 1.0°C cooler. Its annual rainfall of 562mm is typical of the region's climate patterns.
Understanding these patterns helps determine the best times to visit Colac. Whether you prefer warm dry conditions or milder temperatures, Colac's climate offers distinct seasonal advantages throughout the year.
Note on methodology: this page summarises 2024 observations only. Long-record climate trend analysis drawn from ACORN-SAT (1910 to present) is in development. For context on multi-decade change, see the BOM State of the Climate report.
Temperature Profile
Monthly maximum and minimum temperature ranges showing seasonal variation in Colac's climate.
Climate Analysis
The temperature data for Colac reveals clear seasonal patterns. The annual average maximum is 18.8°C, while the average minimum is 9.0°C. This 9.8°C range demonstrates the city's seasonal temperature variation.
Rainfall Pattern
Monthly rainfall distribution throughout Colac showing wet and dry season patterns.
Annual rainfall totals 562mm, distributed across the calendar year. The distribution pattern shows distinct wet and dry periods that influence local climate conditions.
Climate Summary Table
Complete monthly climate averages including temperature, precipitation, solar radiation, and humidity data.
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Solar MJ | Humidity % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.0 | 13.3 | 60 | 8 | 23.2 | 52% |
| February | 26.2 | 11.9 | 2 | 0 | 23.9 | 38% |
| March | 24.1 | 11.6 | 8 | 3 | 18.5 | 41% |
| April | 16.9 | 8.6 | 44 | 7 | 9.8 | 58% |
| May | 16.0 | 7.4 | 29 | 5 | 8.4 | 60% |
| June | 12.5 | 4.6 | 27 | 4 | 6.4 | 62% |
| July | 11.9 | 5.1 | 67 | 12 | 6.5 | 70% |
| August | 15.7 | 7.4 | 69 | 12 | 9.8 | 59% |
| September | 14.8 | 7.7 | 87 | 17 | 11.2 | 61% |
| October | 18.4 | 8.2 | 60 | 10 | 19.4 | 54% |
| November | 21.9 | 10.5 | 67 | 8 | 21.7 | 48% |
| December | 23.0 | 11.8 | 43 | 8 | 23.8 | 48% |