What to expect in Melbourne in April
April is a strong choice for Melbourne: 20° / 11°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Melbourne weather in April
Typical conditions in Melbourne during April, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 20°C 68°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 11°C 52°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 40/100 |
| Total rainfall | 50 mm2.0 in |
| Rainy days | 11 |
| Sea temperature | 18°C 64°F |
| Daylight | 11 h 7 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 20°C with lows near 11°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Melbourne — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 20°C by day and about 11°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month.
What it costs
Costs in April sit around the yearly average for Melbourne — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 36% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Melbourne International Comedy Festival while you’re there.
- Melbourne International Comedy Festival — Hundreds of comedians take over venues across the city for a month of shows.
Melbourne in April compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 26° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| March | 24° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
| April · This month | 20° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
| May | 17° / 9° | Low | $ | 65 |
| June | 14° / 7° | Low | $ | 63 |
These months score higher for Melbourne on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in April
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in April.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
