Climate Insights for Mount Hotham Airport

The climate in Mount Hotham Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1022mm 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from May to October, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Mount Hotham Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Mount Hotham Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1022mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 130mm of rainfall. January and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 59mm. That's 71mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from May to October, with around 52cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.

Mount Hotham Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Mount Hotham Airport, which began on March 20, 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 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 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 59mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 23°C, while July 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.