How often is the Melbourne weather forecast updated?

We refresh current conditions and the outlook regularly through the day, so the temperature, hourly strip and rain radar reflect the latest data. The seven-day outlook is recalculated as new model runs come in.

How accurate is the seven-day forecast for Melbourne?

The first three to four days are the most reliable. Accuracy tapers over the back half of the week, so treat the far end of the outlook as a guide to the trend rather than a firm promise. For plans in the next day or two, the hourly strip is the most dependable view.

What does "feels like" temperature mean?

The "feels like", or apparent, temperature blends the air temperature with humidity, wind and sunshine to estimate how the conditions actually feel on your skin. Wind and low humidity make it feel colder than the thermometer reads, while high humidity and strong sun make it feel warmer.

Where does the Melbourne weather data come from?

Forecasts and current conditions are sourced from Open-Meteo, which aggregates leading national weather models. Melbourne coverage is independent and not affiliated with any government weather agency.

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Live rain radar, current conditions, an hour-by-hour outlook and a seven-day forecast for Melbourne, with original writing about the city's climate from The Daily Melbourne.

Today's briefing

21°C and overcast right now in Melbourne, heading for a top of 21°C. Overnight down to 6°C.

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Melbourne weather

21°C

Overcast now, 21°C / 6°C today.

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21°C

Overcast · feels like 19°C

Today: 21°C / 6°C
Humidity: 46%
Wind: 15 km/h N
UV index: 5 · Moderate
Sunrise: 6:25 am
Sunset: 6:07 pm
Updated: 1:35 pm

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Live rain radar

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Animated rain radar via RainViewer (Bureau of Meteorology sources). Full Bureau of Meteorology radar loop.

Seven-day forecast

Sat
Overcast
21°C 6°C
Rain 0%
Sun
Drizzle
23°C 13°C
Rain 69%
Mon
Drizzle
19°C 14°C
Rain 72%
Tue
Drizzle
14°C 9°C
Rain 80%
Wed
Overcast
12°C 10°C
Rain 55%
Thu
Drizzle
14°C 8°C
Rain 10%
Fri
Clear
22°C 6°C
Rain 0%

Air quality

Moderate

US AQI

PM2.5: 15
PM10: 16
Ozone: 66

Air quality by Open-Meteo (CAMS), in µg/m³.

Sun and moon

Sunrise: 6:25 am
Sunset: 6:07 pm
Daylight: 11h 42m

New moon

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From the weather desk

Melbourne weather, explained

How to read the Melbourne forecast

A good forecast is really three views at once. The current panel tells you what it feels like outside right now, which is what matters before you head out the door. The hourly strip is for planning the next part of your day: when the rain band arrives, when the wind picks up, when it is warm enough to walk. The seven-day outlook is for the week ahead, and it is most reliable in the first three or four days. Read it from the top down and you will almost always have what you need for Melbourne.

What the UV index actually means

The UV index rates the strength of the sun's ultraviolet radiation on a simple scale. Below 3 is low and you can be outside safely without protection. From 3 to 7 is moderate to high, the point at which sunburn becomes likely within an hour, so a hat and sunscreen earn their keep. Above 8 is very high to extreme, and skin can burn in minutes around the middle of the day. The index peaks at solar noon, not at the hottest part of the afternoon, so the safest habit is to check the number rather than judge by the temperature.

Why the overnight low matters as much as the high

Daytime maximums get the headlines, but the overnight minimum shapes how the day actually feels. A cold night means a slow, crisp start and, on clear evenings, the chance of fog or frost before dawn. A mild night means the warmth carries over and the morning is comfortable from the outset. Clear skies let heat escape and push the low down; cloud cover traps it and keeps the night warmer. That is why two days with the same maximum can feel completely different depending on the night that came before.

Common questions

Melbourne weather FAQ

How often is the Melbourne weather forecast updated?: We refresh current conditions and the outlook regularly through the day, so the temperature, hourly strip and rain radar reflect the latest data. The seven-day outlook is recalculated as new model runs come in.
How accurate is the seven-day forecast for Melbourne?: The first three to four days are the most reliable. Accuracy tapers over the back half of the week, so treat the far end of the outlook as a guide to the trend rather than a firm promise. For plans in the next day or two, the hourly strip is the most dependable view.
What does "feels like" temperature mean?: The "feels like", or apparent, temperature blends the air temperature with humidity, wind and sunshine to estimate how the conditions actually feel on your skin. Wind and low humidity make it feel colder than the thermometer reads, while high humidity and strong sun make it feel warmer.
Where does the Melbourne weather data come from?: Forecasts and current conditions are sourced from Open-Meteo, which aggregates leading national weather models. Melbourne coverage is independent and not affiliated with any government weather agency.

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