Climate Insights for Mount Hotham Airport

The climate in Mount Hotham Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1014mm of precipitation falls per year. Mount Hotham Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mount Hotham Airport 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 August, June, July, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from April to October, with around 65cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Mount Hotham Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 17°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Mount Hotham Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1014mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 110mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 61mm. That's 48mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to October, with around 65cm accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 25cm.

Mount Hotham Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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.

It is currently winter in Mount Hotham Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Mount Hotham Airport 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.

The best time to visit Mount Hotham Airport is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 63mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mount Hotham Airport 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.