Climate Overview
The climate in Lakes Entrance is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 802mm of precipitation falls per year. Lakes Entrance receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lakes Entrance is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are June, August, July, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Lakes Entrance sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 26°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lakes Entrance is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 802mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 85mm of rainfall. October and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 51mm. That's 33mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Lakes Entrance is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
85 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Lakes Entrance, which began on June 21, 2026. Lakes Entrance is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 6°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 7 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 232mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 215mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 8 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 167mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Lakes Entrance is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 72mm per month. By contrast, June can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 6°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lakes Entrance based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.