What to expect in Melbourne in February
February is a strong choice for Melbourne: 26° / 15°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Melbourne weather in February
Typical conditions in Melbourne during February, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 26°C 79°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C 59°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| Total rainfall | 40 mm1.6 in |
| Rainy days | 7 |
| Sea temperature | 21°C 69°F |
| Daylight | 13 h 31 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 26°C with lows near 15°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
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
Light layers for 26°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 15°C.
What it costs
Costs in February 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 7% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in February, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Melbourne in February 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 24° / 13° | High | $$ | 58 |
| January | 26° / 15° | High | $$ | 54 |
| February · This month | 26° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| March | 24° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
| April | 20° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
These months score higher for Melbourne on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in February
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
