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Ballarat, Victoria Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Ballarat, Victoria?
Ballarat, Victoria gets 616 mm of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and July the coldest (average low 3°C).
Oceanic climate
Ballarat, Victoria has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 11°C in July to 26°C in January. September is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | 3° | 11° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 6° | 17° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 11° | 25° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 7° | 18° |
How much rain does Ballarat get?
Ballarat gets 616 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 96% of Australia.
September is the wettest month, with 69 mm. March is the driest, with 31 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 20.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to January 15, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Ballarat got 737 mm of rain, against a normal of 616 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 128 mm.
Ballarat weather by month
Ballarat weather in January
In January, Ballarat averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 42°C (2003) and the record low is 1°C (2009). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ballarat weather in February
In February, Ballarat averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 44°C (2009) and the record low is -2°C (1986). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ballarat weather in March
In March, Ballarat averages a high of 23°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 38°C (1991) and the record low is 0°C (1984). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ballarat weather in April
In April, Ballarat averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 32°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ballarat weather in May
In May, Ballarat averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 26°C (1988) and the record low is -4°C (1990).
Ballarat weather in June
In June, Ballarat averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 21°C (2005) and the record low is -4°C (1989).
Ballarat weather in July
In July, Ballarat averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 19°C (1975) and the record low is -6°C (1982).
Ballarat weather in August
In August, Ballarat averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 23°C (1982) and the record low is -4°C (2014).
Ballarat weather in September
In September, Ballarat averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 27°C (2006) and the record low is -4°C (2015).
Ballarat weather in October
In October, Ballarat averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 33°C (2006) and the record low is -3°C (2006). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ballarat weather in November
In November, Ballarat averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is -1°C (1991). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ballarat weather in December
In December, Ballarat averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 43°C (2019) and the record low is -1°C (1991). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Ballarat
December is the sunniest month in Ballarat, with estimated sunshine of 48% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 24%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 36% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Ballarat is cloudier than 94% of Australia.
Humidity peaks in June at 89% and is lowest in January at 63%.
Ballarat has about 13 days a year above 32°C. Ballarat is cooler than 76% of Australia.
First and last freeze in Ballarat
The first fall freeze in Ballarat typically comes around May 9, and the last spring freeze around October 11. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 210 days.
Ballarat weather records
These records cover BALLARAT AERODROME during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Ballarat station is 44°C, on February 7, 2009. The coldest is -6°C, on July 21, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 122 mm of precipitation, on February 6, 1973.
32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Ballarat
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (June–August) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 3°C.
Spring (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 11°C.
Autumn (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12° | 26° | 45 mm | 8 | 63% | 44% | 42° | 1° |
| February | 12° | 26° | 39 mm | 7 | 64% | 46% | 44° | -2° |
| March | 10° | 23° | 31 mm | 9 | 68% | 42% | 38° | 0° |
| April | 7° | 18° | 42 mm | 12 | 78% | 32% | 32° | -4° |
| May | 5° | 14° | 50 mm | 16 | 84% | 36% | 26° | -4° |
| June | 4° | 11° | 60 mm | 19 | 89% | 24% | 21° | -4° |
| July | 3° | 11° | 61 mm | 20 | 88% | 26% | 19° | -6° |
| August | 3° | 12° | 65 mm | 19 | 85% | 31% | 23° | -4° |
| September | 4° | 14° | 69 mm | 17 | 78% | 33% | 27° | -4° |
| October | 6° | 17° | 54 mm | 15 | 76% | 32% | 33° | -3° |
| November | 8° | 21° | 54 mm | 12 | 69% | 34% | 37° | -1° |
| December | 9° | 23° | 45 mm | 10 | 64% | 48% | 43° | -1° |
Station: BALLARAT AERODROME, 8 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Ballarat climate questions
How much rain does Ballarat get?
Ballarat gets 616 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Ballarat?
September is the wettest month in Ballarat, with 69 mm. March is the driest, with 31 mm.
How many rainy days does Ballarat have a year?
Ballarat has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Ballarat?
January is the warmest month in Ballarat, with an average high of 26°C.
What is the coldest month in Ballarat?
July is the coldest month in Ballarat, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Ballarat?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Ballarat station is 44°C, set on February 7, 2009. The record low is -6°C, on July 21, 1982.
What is the sunniest month in Ballarat?
December is the sunniest month in Ballarat, with estimated sunshine of 48% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Ballarat?
The first fall freeze in Ballarat typically comes around May 9. The last spring freeze is around October 11.
What is the best time to visit Ballarat?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.