Climate Overview
The climate in Victoria is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 3730mm of precipitation falls per year. Victoria receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Victoria is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.
Temperature
Victoria has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Victoria is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3730mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 311mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 565mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 84mm. That's 481mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Victoria 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 January, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 1km/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
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Victoria, which began on June 21, 2026. Victoria is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1240mm across the season with a monthly average of 413mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1073mm across the season with a monthly average of 358mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 21 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1002mm across the season with a monthly average of 334mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Victoria 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.
