Melbourne in July
July is right in the heart of winter for Melbourne, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Expect the mercury to hit around 12.3 degrees during the day and settle at 6.1 degrees after dark. The temperature stays pretty consistent through the day. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
July is 7.6 degrees cooler than Melbourne's yearly average.
Rainfall in July averages 99mm over about 16 days. That means roughly a 53% chance of rain on any given day, so definitely bring rain gear.
Sunshine-wise, July delivers around 6.4 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the moderate category. Sunscreen is still wise, especially if you burn easily.
July scores 1.0/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
Packing tip: bring a proper winter jacket, and waterproof gear.
Coastal winds in July add a chill factor. It might say 12 degrees but it can feel colder near the water.
Check the data table below for the full picture, or compare Melbourne in July with another destination.
July at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in July. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Warm layers including a heavy jacket or coat
- Extra layers for chilly nights
- A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella
Coming From Overseas?
How July in Melbourne stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 12 degrees cooler and considerably wetter.
About 19 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 18 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How July Compares
Melbourne's monthly climate at a glance. July is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24.5 | 14.8 | 141mm | 9.8 |
| Feb | 26.3 | 14.5 | 10mm | 9.7 |
| Mar | 24.8 | 13.9 | 20mm | 10.0 |
| Apr | 18.0 | 10.2 | 93mm | 4.8 |
| May | 16.3 | 7.7 | 40mm | 3.7 |
| Jun | 13.1 | 5.8 | 36mm | 1.4 |
| Jul | 12.3 | 6.1 | 99mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 16.9 | 8.5 | 38mm | 4.7 |
| Sep | 16.9 | 8.8 | 62mm | 4.7 |
| Oct | 19.8 | 9.9 | 65mm | 7.5 |
| Nov | 23.5 | 13.0 | 76mm | 10.0 |
| Dec | 26.0 | 14.7 | 46mm | 9.3 |