Climate Insights for Lara
City of Greater Geelong, Barwon South West, Australia
Climate Overview
The climate in Lara is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 622 mm of precipitation falls per year. Lara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lara 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, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Lara is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 24.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Lara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lara 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, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 47°F.
Temperature
Lara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 23°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Lara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 47°F to 74°F. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 67°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 50°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lara is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 622 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 73 mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 31 mm. That's 42 mm 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.Lara is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 2.9 in of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.2 in. That's 1.7 in 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
Lara is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Lara is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Lara is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 51 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Lara is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 47°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lara 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lara based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.