Region in Victoria, Australia
Great Ocean Road weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Great Ocean Road
Nov–Apr is warmest and driest; school holidays (late Dec–Jan) are packed and pricey. May–Sep is cold and wet but good for waves and quiet.
Great Ocean Road weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan19°46 mm
- Feb19°42 mm
- Mar19°49 mm
- Apr17°61 mm
- May15°72 mm
- Jun14°84 mm
- Jul13°92 mm
- Aug13°95 mm
- Sep14°79 mm
- Oct15°67 mm
- Nov16°65 mm
- Dec17°52 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C66°F | 15°C60°F | 46 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| February | 19°C66°F | 16°C61°F | 42 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| March | 19°C66°F | 16°C60°F | 49 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| April | 17°C63°F | 15°C58°F | 61 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 15°C60°F | 13°C56°F | 72 mm | 78% | Cool |
| June | 14°C57°F | 12°C54°F | 84 mm | 79% | Cool |
| July | 13°C56°F | 11°C53°F | 92 mm | 78% | Cool |
| August | 13°C56°F | 11°C52°F | 95 mm | 78% | Cool |
| September | 14°C57°F | 11°C52°F | 79 mm | 77% | Cool |
| October | 15°C59°F | 12°C53°F | 67 mm | 77% | Cool |
| November | 16°C61°F | 13°C55°F | 65 mm | 79% | Cool |
| December | 17°C63°F | 14°C57°F | 52 mm | 78% | Cool |
Best months across Australia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (25°C) |
| Melbourne | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Brisbane | Apr–Sep | Jan (29°C) |
| Gold Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Perth | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Cairns | Jun–Oct | Dec (32°C) |
| Byron Bay | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Adelaide | Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Hobart | Dec–Mar | Jan (22°C) |
| Bondi Beach | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Whitsundays | May–Oct | Dec (29°C) |
| Uluru | May–Sep | Jan (39°C) |
| Noosa | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Darwin | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Blue Mountains | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Sunshine Coast | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Great Ocean Road | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (19°C) |
| K'gari | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (27°C) |
| Port Douglas | May–Oct | Dec (30°C) |
| Fremantle | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (27°C) |
| Canberra | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (30°C) |
| Margaret River | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Feb (24°C) |
| Broome | May–Sep | Nov (39°C) |
| Newcastle | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (26°C) |
| Alice Springs | Apr–Sep | Jan (38°C) |
| Launceston | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Manly | Nov–Mar | Jan (26°C) |
| Magnetic Island | May–Sep | Feb (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Great Ocean Road?
Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec. Nov–Apr is warmest and driest; school holidays (late Dec–Jan) are packed and pricey. May–Sep is cold and wet but good for waves and quiet.
When is the rainy season in Great Ocean Road?
Rain peaks in August with about 95 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Great Ocean Road?
February, with average highs of 19°C (66°F).
How cold does Great Ocean Road get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 11°C (52°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Victoria: Great Ocean Road
- V/Line
- Barwon Health
- Great Ocean Road: getting to Apollo Bay
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.