Climate Overview
The climate in Fitzroy is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 1814mm of precipitation falls per year. Fitzroy receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Fitzroy 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.
Temperature
Fitzroy sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 21°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. August 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 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Fitzroy is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1814mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 151mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 206mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 93mm. That's 113mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Fitzroy is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Fitzroy, which began on June 21, 2026. Fitzroy 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 February at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 8°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 9 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 464mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 14 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 336mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 11 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 493mm across the season with a monthly average of 164mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 8 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 521mm across the season with a monthly average of 174mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Fitzroy is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 93mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°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 Fitzroy 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.